plural comments
1
a
: a spoken or written statement that expresses an opinion about someone or something
The most frequent comment was that the service was slow.
I find your comments offensive.
I'd like to begin with a few general comments.
We have no further comments. [=we have nothing more to say]
Comments or suggestions can be sent to our main Web address.
She heard him making rude comments [=remarks] about the neighbors.
We haven't gotten any comments on/about the new design.
I'd appreciate your comments on this issue.
We've received positive comments from many of our readers.
She couldn't be reached for comment.
We let the remark pass without comment. [=we did not respond to the remark]
Note: The phrase no comment is used to tell someone (such as a reporter) that you do not wish to answer a question.
b
: a written note that explains or discusses the meaning of something (such as a piece of writing)
The new edition includes the translator's comments.
2
: spoken or written discussion about something (such as an event in the news)
The radio program offers news and comment.
The trial drew widespread comment.
3
: something that shows or makes a statement about the true state or condition of something
—usually singular —+ on
Their case is a sad comment [=commentary] on the current state of the justice system.
She sees the film as a comment on modern values.
comments; commented; commenting
: to make a statement about someone or something : to make a comment
When asked about his involvement in the scandal, he refused/declined to comment.
—usually + onSeveral people have commented on my new dress.
He declined to comment on the matter.
She commented that the service seemed slow.
"The service seems slow today," she commented. [=remarked]
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“Comment.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/comment. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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