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Criticism
noun
/ˈkɹɪtɪsɪzəm/
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Word Frequency:
34.5
Definitions
1.
noun
The act of criticising; a critical judgment passed or expressed
"The politician received a lot of public criticism for his controversial stance on the issue."
2.
noun
A critical observation or detailed examination and review.
Synonyms
animadversion
censure
critique
literary criticism
unfavorable judgment
criticise
critic
critical
accusation
blame
concern
controversy
Rhymes With
altruism
skepticism
mechanism
despotism
dynamism
organism
schism
magnetism
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