critique
|cri-tique|
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/krɪˈtik/
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/krɪˈtiːk/
detailed analysis
Etymology
Etymology Information
'critique' originates from French, specifically the word 'critique', where 'critique' meant 'critical examination'.
Historical Evolution
'critique' changed from the French word 'critique' and eventually became the modern English word 'critique'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'critical examination', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'detailed analysis and assessment'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory.
The professor's critique of the student's thesis was thorough and insightful.
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