noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The product quality is the standard for excellence in this industry.

Definition:A level of quality, attainment, performance, or decency; a basis with which other things may be compared.

From standard

Example:The director used a stand-in to practice the camera angles and lighting settings for the scenes with the lead actor.

Definition:A person who temporarily takes the place of a usual performer, especially one in a film or stage production, when the usual performer is absent or needed elsewhere.

From stand-in