criticism
KRIT-i-siz-uhm/ˈkɹɪtɪsɪzm̩/
Pluralcriticisms (some meanings)
- 1The act of pointing out faults, or a judgment expressing disapproval of someone or something.
The proposal drew sharp criticism from local residents.
He responded to the criticism with surprising calm.
Similardisapproval, censure, condemnation, flak, attack
Oppositepraise, approval, acclaim, commendation
- 2A particular critical remark, or a detailed examination and review of something.
Her criticism of the novel focused on its weak characters.
Reviewers offered detailed criticisms of the new transit policy.
Oppositepraise, compliment, commendation
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Origin
Formed from "critic" combined with the suffix "-ism".