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Criticism

Noun:

1. The act of expressing disapproval, finding faults, or pointing out the shortcomings of something or someone.

Example sentence: She couldn't handle criticism well and often became defensive.

2. The profession or activity involving the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of artworks, literature, performances, etc.

Example sentence: His criticism of the novel was thoughtful and provided valuable insights.

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