criticism Definition
- 1the expression of disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes
- 2the analysis and judgment of the merits and faults of a literary or artistic work
Using criticism: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "criticism" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The book received a lot of criticism for its controversial content.
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He faced harsh criticism from his colleagues for his poor performance.
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Her constructive criticism helped me improve my writing skills.
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The film received mixed criticism from the audience and critics.
criticism Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for criticism
- censure
- disapproval
- condemnation
- fault-finding
- opposition
Antonyms for criticism
- commendation
- approval
- praise
Idioms Using criticism
take/catch flak (for something)
to receive criticism or blame for something
Example
The CEO took a lot of flak for the company's poor financial performance.
throw stones at someone/something
to criticize or blame someone or something
Example
It's easy to throw stones at others, but it's harder to find solutions to problems.
a bitter pill to swallow
something that is difficult or unpleasant to accept
Example
Losing the championship was a bitter pill to swallow for the team.
Phrases with criticism
constructive criticism
criticism that is intended to provide helpful feedback or suggestions for improvement
Example
I appreciate your constructive criticism on my presentation.
fair criticism
criticism that is reasonable, justifiable, and unbiased
Example
I think her criticism of the project was fair and valid.
harsh criticism
severe or strong criticism that is often unfair or unjustified
Example
The company faced harsh criticism from the media for their unethical practices.
Origins of criticism
from Greek 'kritikē', meaning 'the art of judging'
Summary: criticism in Brief
The term 'criticism' [ˈkrɪtɪsɪzəm] refers to the expression of disapproval based on perceived faults or mistakes. It can also refer to the analysis and judgment of the merits and faults of a literary or artistic work. Examples include 'The book received a lot of criticism for its controversial content.' and 'Her constructive criticism helped me improve my writing skills.' Idioms like 'take/catch flak' and 'throw stones at someone/something' denote receiving or giving criticism, while 'a bitter pill to swallow' describes something difficult to accept.
