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criticism

noun

A serious examination and judgment of something

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
C
Ends with
M
Contains
RI
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
B2

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noun

  1. A serious examination and judgment of something

    “Constructive criticism is always appreciated”

noun

  1. A written evaluation of a work of literature

noun

  1. Disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings

    “The senator received severe criticism from his opponent”

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Constructive criticism is always appreciated
The senator received severe criticism from his opponent

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