criticism


Definition: Meaning of, criticism in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈkrɪtɪsɪz(ə)m /

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criticism criticisms
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  1. remarks that say what you think is bad about someone or something
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  2. writing which expresses judgments about the good or bad qualities of books, films, music etc
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criticism used in phrases

  • higher criticism (noun)
    1. the scientific study of biblical writings to determine their origin and meaning
  • literary criticism (noun)
    1. a written evaluation of a work of literature
    2. the informed analysis and evaluation of literature
  • lower criticism (noun)
    1. the study of existing manuscripts of the Scriptures in order to determine the original text
  • new criticism (noun)
    1. literary criticism based on close analysis of the text
  • petty criticism (noun)
    1. a petty disparagement
  • self-criticism (noun)
    1. when you judge your own behaviour or character, especially when you have done something bad
  • textual criticism (noun)
    1. comparison of a particular text with related materials in order to establish authenticity
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