as in critique
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
every criticism of the movie has noted that there are major holes in its plot
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Recent Examples of criticism
Instead, criticism comes to feel just like bantering at a bar.
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Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 17 Oct. 2025
Other criticisms center around AI media generators — which can generate fake videos and photos that look real — and companies using the technology to freeze headcounts or hire fewer people.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Cincinnati leaders and Theetge have faced criticism this summer as crime spiked in the city's urban core.
—Jennifer Edwards Baker, Fox 19 Cincinnati, 17 Oct. 2025
Player’s criticism didn’t stop there.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
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Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 17 Oct. 2025
Other criticisms center around AI media generators — which can generate fake videos and photos that look real — and companies using the technology to freeze headcounts or hire fewer people.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Cincinnati leaders and Theetge have faced criticism this summer as crime spiked in the city's urban core.
—Jennifer Edwards Baker, Fox 19 Cincinnati, 17 Oct. 2025
Player’s criticism didn’t stop there.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for criticism
Noun
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Both versions showcase the song’s sharp social critique and conflicted pride more effectively than the final megahit version.—
Will Hermes,
Rolling Stone,
19 Oct. 2025
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But Sacks isn’t the only influential Republican tech investor voicing his critique of the company.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
19 Oct. 2025
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Chinese interest surged following the festival’s Asian premiere, with strong buzz and reviews from local audiences on platforms including Douban.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 Oct. 2025
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Many have built followings while making content in a specific area, such as magic, pranks, art, sports, gaming, comedy or reviews.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Criticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/criticism. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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