metrics

¹

[ me-triks ]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the science of meter.
2. the art of metrical composition.

-metrics

²

1. a combining form with the meaning “the science of measuring” that specified by the initial element:

   biometrics; econometrics.

metrics

/ ˈmɛtrɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular prosody the art of using poetic metre

Word History and Origins

Origin of metrics¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; metric ², -ics

Origin of metrics²

-metric, -ics

Example Sentences

At the other end of the pitch things have, by many metrics, never been better.

From BBC

It was so that the company could complete for contracts for which diversity was one of the metrics.

From Salon

A “body composition analyzer” breaks down fat and lean muscle mass limb by limb and gives stats about foundational muscle strength, base metabolic rate and hydration levels, among other metrics.

From Los Angeles Times

The current snowpack levels represent one of several metrics for gauging California’s water outlook.

From Los Angeles Times

But now, Hawken is forgoing straightforward metrics to focus on what he sees as a deeper cultural problem.

From Salon