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criticism
noun as in interpretation, analysis
Strong matches
appraisal, appreciation, commentary, elucidation, essay, estimate, evaluation, examination, exposition, notice, observation, pan, rating, rave, scorcher, sideswipe, study
Weak matches
noun as in verbal disapproval
Strongest matches
Strong matches
animadversion, aspersion, blast, brickbats, carping, cavil, censure, cut, disparagement, faultfinding, flak, hit, knock, opprobrium, pan, quibble, reproof, roast, slam, slap, static, stricture, swipe, vitriol, zapper
Weak matches
bad press, Bronx cheer, call down, caviling, critical remarks, nit-picking, panning, put down, rap on knuckles, slap on wrist
Example Sentences
But a number have faced criticism over fares and reliability, with critics saying privatisation has led to an inefficient and fragmented system.
The filmmakers have shot intimate moments in Hunter’s life: painting at home in Malibu, confronting criticism over his efforts to sell his art, and defying a Congressional subpoena in Washington.
Speaking about the debate, Midge Ure recently acknowledged the criticisms of Band Aid's approach in the modern climate, saying it was "unfortunate" that Sheeran had not been contacted about the 2024 mix.
The firm also faced criticism over the £699.99 price tag for its new PlayStation 5 Pro console - hardware capable of playing games at higher fidelity.
Blacknell said her removal was a “direct consequence” of her criticisms of police brutality, and argued the decision was political in nature.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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