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(touch-stone) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a standard used to test the quality of something.

Example Sentence

Performance on the SAT is a touchstone for eligibility to college.

More Example Sentences

Her advice is a touchstone for my decisions.

Synonyms

standard; benchmark; criterion

Antonyms

meaningless

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Rhymes

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