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Volkinize

Definition:

(verb) To subject something or someone to harsh critique or criticism.

(adjective) Describing a process or situation that is highly critical or harshly judgmental.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Verb: To criticize or express strong disapproval towards someone or something.

Example Sentence: After his performance, the movie was badly volkinized by the critics.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Characterized by severe criticism or judgment.

Example Sentence: The judge had a volkinizing tone as he questioned the witness.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Verb: In a classroom setting, a teacher may volkinize a student's poor performance in order to motivate them to improve.

Example Sentence: The professor volkinized the student's essay for its lack of research and weak argumentation.

Usage 2:

Adjective: Such volkinizing comments about one's appearance can greatly affect self-esteem.

Example Sentence: The fashion magazine's article had a volkinizing tone, criticizing the celebrity's choice of outfit.

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