Touchstone

usgb/ˈtʌtʃstəʊn/
noun

A standard or criterion by which something is judged or recognized.

His work is a touchstone of quality.
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Often appears as...

  • serve as a touchstone
  • touchstone of quality
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Abstract Standard

Often used metaphorically to represent an ideal that other things are compared against.

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Her outstanding performance has become the touchstone for all future actors.
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Judgment Tool

Use it to talk about methods of evaluation in various fields, from art to technology.

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Their app is the new touchstone for user-friendly design.
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Quality Indicator

A measure for comparing the excellence or merit of similar items or scenarios.

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This feature is the touchstone of a good smartphone.
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