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Criticsm

Definition:

Criticsm refers to the act or process of analyzing and evaluating something critically, typically expressing disapproval or negative opinions about it.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: criticsm
  • Verb: criticize
  • Adjective: critical
  • Adverb: critically

Senses:

  1. An expression of disapproval or judgement of the merits of something.
  2. A process of evaluating and analyzing something, often in a critical manner.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

  • Movie criticsm can heavily influence the success or failure of a film at the box office.
  • Constructive criticsm can help individuals grow and improve their skills.

Local Usage:

  • The local newspaper received a lot of criticsm for its biased reporting.
  • In this small town, any criticsm of the mayor is met with great resistance.

Sample Sentences:

  • The teacher's criticsm of my essay helped me identify areas for improvement.
  • As an artist, I welcome criticsm as it helps me refine my craft.
  • Her harsh criticsm of the new restaurant made me hesitant to try it.
  • The politician faced intense criticsm for his controversial statements.

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