criticism
gb/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/ us/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
B1
Kiingereza
~ 1700
Maana
maana 0
Nomino
B1
action
1
the act of disapproving
When someone says what they think is wrong with a person or thing.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[someone] gives criticism to [someone/something]
Kosa la kawaida:
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.
Visawe
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.)
Vinyume
praise (An expression of approval or admiration, the opposite of pointing out faults.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
constructive criticism
|harsh criticism
|receive criticism
|face criticism
|level criticism
Mada
communication
|emotions
|social
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- The new policy received widespread criticism from the public.
- She faced criticism for her handling of the project.
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- The teacher gave me some criticism about my essay.
- She got a lot of criticism after the meeting.
- He does not like criticism from his boss.
- They gave him criticism for being late.
- The plan met with criticism from the team.
Nomino
B2
action
2
evaluation of artistic work
Careful study and opinion about art, books, music, etc.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[someone] writes criticism of [a work]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes think 'criticism' here means only negative comments, but in arts it can be positive or neutral evaluation too.
Visawe
review (A written or spoken evaluation, often for a general audience.)
|
critique (A more formal or academic evaluation, often detailed and structured.)
Vinyume
acclaim (Public praise for artistic work, the opposite of pointing out flaws.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
literary criticism
|art criticism
|music criticism
|film criticism
Mada
arts
|media
|communication
|arts_entertainment
|education
Mifano
- Her book on film criticism has become a standard text in universities.
- The exhibition was accompanied by critical essays in major art magazines.
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- I read a book about film criticism.
- She studies literary criticism at university.
- He writes music criticism for a newspaper.
- Art criticism can help people understand paintings.
- The magazine has a section for book criticism.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
criticism
IPA
GB/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
US/kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
Silabi na mkazo
cri - ti - cism (silabi 3)
Stress on 1st syllable (cri)
Maumbo ya neno
Noun
- Base: criticism
- Plural: criticism, criticisms
Familia ya neno
Forms
criticisms
noun
Core family
Related words
critique
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
uncritical
adjective
uncritically
adverb
Semi
face criticism
1/fˈeɪs kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
receive disapproval from others
To have people say bad things about what you did or made.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.