n. Function: noun
1 a discourse that evaluates or analyzes something (as a work of art or literature) FF1C; read every criticism of the new play FF1E;
Synonyms: comment, critique, notice, review, reviewal
Related Words: analysis, examination, study; commentary, observation; opinion; appraisal, assessment, estimate, rating
2 an unfavorable observation or commentary FF1C; her recent theatrical offerings have met only with criticism FF1E;
Synonyms: flak, knock, ||pan, rap, swipe
Related Words: cavil, nit-picking, quibble; aspersion, censure, denunciation; blast; roast
Idioms: bad press
Contrasted Words: blurb, puff; hype, plug, promo
Antonyms: commendation