Critic (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Anyone who expresses a reasoned judgment of something.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Hypernyms

• Judge

Hyponyms

• Referee
• Taste-tester
• Panellist
• Authenticator
• Taste Tester
• Sampler
• Reader

Related Words

• Critical (adjective)
• Criticize (verb)

Meaning ²

Someone who frequently finds fault or makes harsh and unfair judgments.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Hypernyms

• Disagreeable Person

Hyponyms

• Niggler

Related Words

• Critical (adjective)
• Criticize (verb)

Meaning ³

A person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Hypernyms

• Professional Person

Hyponyms

• Theater Critic

Related Words

• Critical (adjective)
• Criticize (verb)