Par

usgb/pɑːr/
noun

The standard or average amount that is considered to be usual or typical.

The new car is well above par in terms of its speed and power.
Visual representation of "par" - The standard or average amount that is considered to be usual or typical.

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  • above par
  • below par
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Usual Standard

Used to describe something that meets expected standards or average quality.

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Her writing skill is on par with professional journalists.
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Comparative Measure

'Par' compares one thing's level to another, indicating similarity in quality or amount.

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The company's profits are below par this quarter compared to previous ones.
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Expectation Matching

Suggests that someone or something just meets the expectation, not exceeding it.

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His academic performance is consistently at par with the class average.
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