Definition of criticism
1a : the act of criticizing usually unfavorably seeking encouragement rather than criticismb : a critical observation or remark an unfair criticism had a minor criticism of the designc : critique
2 : the art of evaluating or analyzing works of art or literature; also : writings expressing such evaluation or analysis an anthology of literary criticism
3 : the scientific investigation of literary documents (such as the Bible) in regard to such matters as origin, text, composition, or history
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Examples of criticism in a Sentence
There was much public criticism directed at the senator.
In this job you need to be able to take criticism.
I asked my sister for some constructive criticism of my essay before I tried to revise it.
I had one minor criticism about her design.
Recent Examples of criticism from the Web
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The ownership group led by Miles Prentice also came under criticism during the Stars' final seasons for failing to improve the fan experience.
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But for all his criticisms of current zombie properties, Romero was hugely supportive of the artisans working in that genre.
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All these approaches attract international criticism.
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An assistant coach texted a link to the video of the criticism to the defensive linemen.
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Eric Trump, also a Trump Organization executive, has maintained a relatively low profile; Ivanka Trump has been the object of criticism from some in the base for appearing to want to moderate her father.
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He since backed away from that stipulation when Nelson and others, amid criticism from residents, said the players would car pool.
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Still, the program has drawn bipartisan criticism when implemented in other states, the Enquirer reported last week.
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After news of Yiannopoulos’s book deal broke in December, the publishing house faced massive criticism for giving him a platform, which included author Roxane Gay pulling her upcoming book in protest.
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Origin and Etymology of criticism
CRITICISM Defined for English Language Learners
criticism
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: the act of expressing disapproval and of noting the problems or faults of a person or thing : the act of criticizing someone or something
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: a remark or comment that expresses disapproval of someone or something
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: the activity of making careful judgments about the good and bad qualities of books, movies, etc.
CRITICISM Defined for Kids
criticism
playDefinition of criticism for Students
1 : the act of finding fault His criticism of her decision made her stop and rethink the plan.
2 : a remark that expresses disapproval I had only one criticism about his work.
3 : a careful judgment or review especially by a person whose job is to judge the value, worth, beauty, or quality of something
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