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Criticism (Noun)

Meaning 1

A serious examination and judgment of something; "constructive criticism is always appreciated".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Critique

Hypernyms

  • Critical Analysis

Hyponyms

  • Roast

Related Words

  • Criticise (verb)
  • Critical (adjective)

Meaning 2

Disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings; "the senator received severe criticism from his opponent".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Unfavorable Judgment

Hyponyms

  • Carping
  • Reproval
  • Flack
  • Flak
  • Reprehension
  • Reprimand
  • Reproof
  • Blast
  • Attack

Related Words

  • Criticise (verb)
  • Critical (adjective)

Meaning 3

A written evaluation of a work of literature.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Literary Criticism

Hypernyms

  • Piece Of Writing
  • Written Material

Hyponyms

  • Review Article
  • Critical Review
  • Critique

Related Words

  • Criticise (verb)
  • Critical (adjective)
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