What is another word for figure of merit?
Pronunciation: [fˈɪɡəɹ ɒv mˈɛɹɪt] (IPA) 
A "figure of merit" is a term used to describe a mathematical or engineering concept that provides a measure of a system's performance. This term can be interchangeably used with other terms like quality factor, efficiency quotient, or performance indicator. Other synonyms include performance metric, performance criteria, evaluation index, and rating scale. Furthermore, metrics like accuracy, precision, sensitivity, specificity, and efficiency can also be used as synonyms for "figure of merit" in specific contexts. In general, these terms refer to various approaches used to determine the effectiveness or efficiency of a system, and which can be used to make decisions or evaluate its performance.
