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English

reviews

|re/views|

B2

/rɪˈvjuːz/

(review)

examine again

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'review' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'revoir,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'voir' meant 'to see.'

Historical Evolution

'revoir' transformed into the English word 'review' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to see again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to assess or evaluate.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a critical assessment of a book, movie, play, or other work.

The movie received excellent reviews.

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Verb 1

to examine or assess something formally with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.

The committee will review the proposal next week.

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Last updated: 2025/02/03 01:21