as in critique
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
every criticism of the movie has noted that there are major holes in its plot
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Recent Examples of criticism
The brand has spoken out after a week of online discourse and criticism.
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Mekishana Pierre, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2025
While the post garnered some criticism online, Parks hadn't deleted the post as of 3:30 p.m. July 30.
—Scott Wartman, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
Given the sensitive nature of parenting and pregnancy discourse, Oster’s prominence hasn’t come without criticism.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 31 July 2025
Chicago Sky star Angel Reese was one of many WNBA players who have expressed criticism of the league's handling of negotiations.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
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Mekishana Pierre, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2025
While the post garnered some criticism online, Parks hadn't deleted the post as of 3:30 p.m. July 30.
—Scott Wartman, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
Given the sensitive nature of parenting and pregnancy discourse, Oster’s prominence hasn’t come without criticism.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 31 July 2025
Chicago Sky star Angel Reese was one of many WNBA players who have expressed criticism of the league's handling of negotiations.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for criticism
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But, the judges weren't impressed with the final product, as her team landed in the bottom — and Black received harsh critiques.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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But none of what McMillan faced so far — the handsy coverage, the no-calls from officials, the critiques from coaches — seems to faze him.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Credit card rates have risen for four months in a row, hitting the highest level since December, according to a review by LendingTree of the 220 most popular cards.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
31 July 2025
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“Criticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/criticism. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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