Meaning & Definition of word "Standardize"

Standardize

/ˈstændərdaɪz/

verb:

  • 1. to make something conform to a standard.
    • Example: The company aims to standardize its production processes across all factories.
  • 2. to establish a standard for a procedure or product.
    • Example: The goal of the committee is to standardize measurements in scientific research.
  • 3. to make uniform or consistent.
    • Example: Efforts were made to standardize the software updates across all devices.

Etymology

From standard + -ize.

Common Phrases and Expressions

standard measure:

A fixed unit of measure used as a standard for comparison.

set a standard:

To establish a criterion or benchmark.

standard of living:

The level of wealth, comfort, and material goods available to a certain socioeconomic class.

Related Words

standard:

An accepted or approved example of something.

standardization:

The process of making something conform to a standard.

stabilize:

To make or become stable.

Slang Meanings of standardize

Meaning: Get on the same page

Example Sentence: We need to standardize our approaches; let's all get on the same page.

Meaning: Level the playing field

Example Sentence: By standardizing testing, we can level the playing field for all students.