criticism synonyms

criticism

n.

  1. A serious estimate or interpretation

    study, analysis, critique; see judgment 2, review 2.

  2. Censure

    caviling, carping, faultfinding, stricture; see blame 1, objection 2.

  3. An example of criticism, sense 1

    critique, review, critical essay, survey; see exposition 2, review 2.

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