What is another word for Criticism? – 126 Criticism Synonyms

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disapproval disfavor dislike dissent censure condemnation denunciation reproach rebuke reprimand scolding admonition objection protest complaint grievance lament lamentation murmur grumble carping caviling faultfinding nitpicking quibbling reprehension reproof stricture aspersion calumny detraction slander vilification disparagement belittling deprecation

Meaning of Criticism

According to Merriam-Webster, criticism refers to the act of criticizing usually unfavorably, or a critical observation or remark

Definitions

The Oxford English Dictionary defines criticism as the analysis and judgment of the merits and faults of a work, person, or situation
Cambridge Dictionary describes criticism as the act of giving an opinion about something, especially if this opinion is negative

Example Uses

The movie received harsh criticism from the press for its weak plot and poor acting
She was open to criticism and used it to improve her writing skills
The new policy has been subject to criticism from various groups in the community
The art critic's scathing criticism of the exhibition sparked a heated debate among art enthusiasts

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