quality
nounverified·updated May 9, 2026
The degree of excellence of something.
Framework senses
- §1
- The degree of excellence of something.
- §1
- degree to which the characteristics of data satisfy stated and implied needs when used under specified conditions; degree to which a set of inherent characteristics of an object fulfils requirements (an object can be a product, process or service)
- §1
- The totality of features and characteristics of a product or service that bear on its ability to satisfy stated or implied needs.
- §1
- an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
- §2
- a degree or grade of excellence or worth
- §3
- (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound)
- §4
- a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something
- §5
- high social status