criticism
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criticisms
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criticisms
Britannica Dictionary definition of CRITICISM
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the act of expressing disapproval and of noting the problems or faults of a person or thing
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the act of criticizing someone or something
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opposite praise
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There was much public criticism directed/leveled at the senator.
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The new law attracted/drew widespread criticism. [=many people criticized the new law]
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In this job you need to be able to take/face/accept criticism.
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I asked my sister for some constructive criticism of my essay before I tried to revise it.
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a remark or comment that expresses disapproval of someone or something
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I had one minor criticism about her design.
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the activity of making careful judgments about the good and bad qualities of books, movies, etc.
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literary criticism
