standardize
gb/stˈændɚdˌaɪz/ us/stˈændɚdˌaɪz/
B2
Inglés
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Verbo
B2
action
1
make things consistent
To make many things follow the same rules or use the same form.
Patrón de uso:
standardize [something] across/within [a group or system]
Error frecuente:
Standardize is a verb; standard is usually a noun or adjective. Do not say “make standardize.”
Sinónimos
make uniform (A plain phrase that emphasizes making things the same.)
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harmonize (Often means bringing different systems, rules, or practices into agreement.)
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regularize (Suggests making something regular, official, or properly organized.)
Antónimos
customize (Change something for a particular person, group, or situation instead of making it uniform.)
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vary (Make or allow differences rather than consistency.)
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individualize (Adapt something to individual needs rather than using one standard form.)
Colocaciones
standardize procedures
|standardize processes
|standardize methods
|standardize forms
|standardize formats
|standardize terminology
|standardize spelling
|standardize training
|standardize requirements
|standardize safety checks
Temas
business
|administration
|technology
|education
Ejemplos
- The airline standardized its safety procedures across all routes.
- We standardized the report format so every team uses the same headings.
- The software update standardizes the way dates are displayed.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The school wants to standardize its rules.
- We standardized the form for all new students.
Verbo
technical
C1
action
2
convert to common scale
To change numbers or measurements so they are easier to compare.
Patrón de uso:
standardize [data/scores/measurements] to [a scale]; standardize [results] for [a factor]
Error frecuente:
In data and statistics, standardize usually means changing the scale or reference point, not just organizing the data.
Sinónimos
normalize (Common in data, computing, and mathematics; can have a more technical meaning.)
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scale (Emphasizes changing numerical values to fit a range or unit.)
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adjust (Broader; does not always imply a shared standard or scale.)
Antónimos
leave raw (Keep the original, unadjusted values.)
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de-standardize (Remove or avoid a common standard; much less common.)
Colocaciones
standardize data
|standardize test scores
|standardize measurements
|standardize variables
|standardize units
|standardize rates
|standardize results
|standardize values
|standardize scores
|standardize currency figures
Temas
statistics
|data
|science
|education
Ejemplos
- The researchers standardized the scores before comparing the two exams.
- All sales figures were standardized to U.S. dollars.
- In the analysis, each variable was standardized to a mean of zero and a standard deviation of one.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The teacher standardized the test scores.
- We standardized the measurements before comparing them.
Verbo
technical
C1
action
3
calibrate using reference
To check or set something by comparing it with a known standard.
Patrón de uso:
standardize [a solution/instrument/method] against [a standard or reference]
Error frecuente:
For machines and devices in everyday contexts, calibrate is often more natural than standardize.
Sinónimos
calibrate (More common for instruments and devices; means set or check accuracy against a reference.)
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benchmark (Means compare performance against a standard, especially in business or technology.)
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verify (Means check that something is correct, but not necessarily set it to a standard.)
Antónimos
miscalibrate (Set or measure inaccurately rather than correctly against a standard.)
Colocaciones
standardize a solution
|standardize a reagent
|standardize an instrument
|standardize an assay
|standardize a titrant
|standardize a sensor
|standardize a laboratory method
Temas
science
|chemistry
|measurement
|laboratory
Ejemplos
- Before the experiment, the technician standardized the solution against a certified reference material.
- The lab standardizes its instruments regularly to keep measurements accurate.
- Each batch is standardized so that the concentration remains within the approved range.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The lab standardized the solution.
- The instrument was standardized before use.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
standardize
AFI
GB/stˈændɚdˌaɪz/
US/stˈændɚdˌaɪz/
Sílabas y acento
stand - ard - ize (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (stand)
Formas de la palabra
Verb
- Base: standardize
- 3rd Person Singular: standardizes
- Present Participle: standardizing
- Past: standardized
Expresiones
standardize on
1/stˈændɚdˌaɪz ˈɔn/
phrasal verb
business
choose one standard
To decide that everyone will use the same one.
Ejemplos
- The company standardized on a single accounting platform.
- Many departments have standardized on the same video-conferencing app.
- The district standardized on one math curriculum for all middle schools.