Standardized

/ˈstændərdaɪzd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make something conform to a standard.

The company standardized its production processes to improve efficiency.

To develop or produce according to an accepted standard.

The organization standardized the reporting format across all departments.

adjective

Made uniform in quality, quantity, or type, often to ensure consistency and comparability.

The tests are standardized to ensure that all students are evaluated using the same criteria.

Established by authority as a rule for the measure or comparison.

Standardized procedures are critical in maintaining safety in the laboratory.

Derived from 'standard' + '-ize' to mean making standard.

standardized testing

A method of measuring students' academic performance with uniform tests.

standardized procedures

Established methods that are consistently followed.

standardized measurements

Measurements taken using agreed-upon units and methods.

standard

A level of quality or attainment.

uniformity

The quality or state of being uniform.