n. Function: noun
a remark or statement that constitutes an adverse and usually uncharitable criticism FF1C; her spiteful animadversions on her neighbors' children FF1E;
Synonyms: aspersion, obloquy, reflection, slam, slur, stricture
Related Words: censure, criticism, reprehension; accusation, imputation, insinuation; captiousness, carping, caviling, faultfinding
Contrasted Words: acclaim, extolling, laudation, praise; approbation, approval
Antonyms: commendation