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Criticism (Noun)

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

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The professor's criticism of the student's thesis was harsh but ultimately helpful in refining the argument.
The company welcomed criticism from its customers as a way to identify areas for improvement.
The artist was open to criticism from her peers, knowing that it would help her grow as a creative person.
The politician's criticism of the opposing party's policies was seen as unfair by many voters.
The teacher encouraged her students to offer constructive criticism of each other's writing assignments.

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

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The film received harsh criticism from the audience due to its weak storyline.
She withstood intense criticism from her colleagues after the failed project.
The senator received severe criticism from his opponent regarding his policies.
His harsh criticism of the team's performance was not well-received by the players.
The author faced harsh criticism from literary critics for his second novel.

A written evaluation of a work of literature.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The literary critic's scathing criticism of the novel's plot was published in the newspaper's book review section.
The professor's criticism of the student's essay focused on its lack of supporting evidence and weak argumentation.
The book review website featured a criticism of the author's use of clichéd characters and predictable plot twists.
The academic journal published a criticism of the researcher's methodology and conclusions, sparking a heated debate in the field.
The reviewer's criticism of the play's pacing and dialogue was balanced by praise for the set design and performances.