criticism
gb/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/ us/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
B1
Inglês
~ 1700
kritika, bírálat, műkritika
SUBSTANTIVO
B1
1
Padrão de uso:
[someone] gives criticism to [someone/something]
The new policy received widespread criticism from the public.
Az új intézkedést széles körű kritika érte a közvélemény részéről.
She faced criticism for her handling of the project.
Kritika érte azért, ahogyan a projektet kezelte.
The film drew criticism for its lack of originality.
He welcomed constructive criticism from his mentor.
The mayor brushed off the criticism and continued with the plan.
Exemplos para estudantes
The teacher gave me some criticism about my essay.
A tanár kritikát fogalmazott meg az esszémmel kapcsolatban.
She got a lot of criticism after the meeting.
Sok kritika érte az értekezlet után.
He does not like criticism from his boss.
They gave him criticism for being late.
The plan met with criticism from the team.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'criticism' with 'critique'. 'Criticism' is more general and often negative, while 'critique' is usually a detailed analysis that can be positive or negative.
Significado
the act of disapproving
Colocações
constructive criticism
|harsh criticism
|receive criticism
|face criticism
|level criticism
Sinônimos
disapproval (A general term for a negative opinion, not necessarily detailed or analytical.)
|
censure (A strong and formal expression of disapproval, often in official contexts.)
Antônimos
praise (An expression of approval or admiration, the opposite of pointing out faults.)
Temas
communication
|emotions
|social
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definição
When someone says what they think is wrong with a person or thing.
The expression of disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes.
SUBSTANTIVO
B2
2
Padrão de uso:
[someone] writes criticism of [a work]
Her book on film criticism has become a standard text in universities.
A filmkritikáról szóló könyve alapművé vált az egyetemeken.
The exhibition was accompanied by critical essays in major art magazines.
A kiállítást jelentős művészeti folyóiratokban megjelent kritikai esszék kísérték.
Literary criticism helps readers understand deeper meanings in novels.
Music criticism can influence which albums become popular.
He is well-known for his sharp art criticism.
Exemplos para estudantes
I read a book about film criticism.
Olvastam egy könyvet a filmkritikáról.
She studies literary criticism at university.
Irodalomkritikát tanul az egyetemen.
He writes music criticism for a newspaper.
Art criticism can help people understand paintings.
The magazine has a section for book criticism.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes think 'criticism' here means only negative comments, but in arts it can be positive or neutral evaluation too.
Significado
evaluation of artistic work
Colocações
literary criticism
|art criticism
|music criticism
|film criticism
Sinônimos
review (A written or spoken evaluation, often for a general audience.)
|
critique (A more formal or academic evaluation, often detailed and structured.)
Antônimos
acclaim (Public praise for artistic work, the opposite of pointing out flaws.)
Temas
arts
|media
|communication
|arts_entertainment
|education
Definição
Careful study and opinion about art, books, music, etc.
The analysis and judgment of the merits and faults of a literary, artistic, or musical work.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
criticism
AFI
GB/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
US/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
Sílabas e tonicidade
cri - ti - cism (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (cri)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: criticism
- Plural: criticism, criticisms
Família de palavras
Forms
criticisms
noun
Core family
Related words
critique
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
uncritical
adjective
uncritically
adverb
Expressões
face criticism
1/fˈeɪs kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
receive disapproval from others
To have people say bad things about what you did or made.
Exemplos
- The company faced criticism over its environmental policies.
- He faced criticism after his controversial speech.
level criticism (at/against)
1/lˈɛvəl kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm ətəɡˈeɪnst/
fixed phrase
formal
direct disapproval toward someone/something
To say strong negative things about someone or something.
Exemplos
- Several experts leveled criticism at the government's decision.
- She leveled heavy criticism against the new rules.
constructive criticism
1/kənstɹˈʌktɪv kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
helpful criticism meant to improve
Comments that point out problems but are meant to help someone get better, not to hurt them.
Exemplos
- She appreciated the constructive criticism from her teacher.
- She welcomed constructive criticism from her colleagues.
- I appreciate constructive criticism because it helps me grow.
- Constructive criticism can help you grow in your career.
- Good teachers give constructive criticism to help students improve.
- Teachers should give constructive criticism instead of only saying what is wrong.