criticisms
|crit-i-cisms|
B2
/ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəmz/
(criticism)
judgment or analysis
Etymology
Etymology Information
'criticism' originates from the Greek word 'kritikos,' where 'kritikos' meant 'able to discern or judge.'
Historical Evolution
'kritikos' transformed into the Latin word 'criticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'criticism' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of judging,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expression of disapproval.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the expression of disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes.
The book received a lot of criticisms for its lack of depth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45