baseline

[beys-lahyn] / ˈbeɪsˌlaɪn /

NOUN

basic standard or level

Synonyms

STRONGEST

control criterion guideline measure standard

STRONG

diagnostic touchstone

WEAK

basis example exemplar paradigm precedent threshold

Example Sentences

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Beyond these concerns, there is a more fundamental problem: India has been making policy without a recent population baseline.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

January’s home price data offers a baseline before recent mortgage rate hikes, reflecting a period of optimism and lower rates.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

In all, the firm has raised baseline 2026 gross domestic product growth forecasts for Asia-Pacific—excluding China—to 4.5% from 4.2%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Jenkins got revenge by hitting a midrange baseline jumper over Reaves to put the Pistons back in front with 25 seconds left.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Jackie Harris took his place on one side of the court, and a large Wallace player lined up on the opposite baseline.

From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson