What is another word for paragoning?
Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəɡənɪŋ] (IPA) 
Paragoning refers to the act of comparing something or someone to an ideal example or model. Some synonyms for paragoning include benchmarking, rating, evaluating, assessing, measuring, appraising, gauging, judging, scrutinizing and benchmarking. Each of these words implies an element of comparison or rating against an established standard. They all suggest the identification of a reference point and the assessment of an object or subject in relation to this. Each term can be used in different contexts, depending on the purpose and nature of the comparison being made, but they all convey the notion of assessment and measurement.
