What does "criticism" mean?

The act of criticising; a critical judgment passed or expressed

How do you pronounce "criticism"?

Pronounced //ˈkɹɪtɪsɪzm̩//.

Common synonyms include: critique, adverse criticism, analysis, animadversion, animadversion, appraisal.

//ˈkɹɪtɪsɪzm̩// noun

noun ·Moderate ·High school level

Noun

1
The act of criticising; a critical judgment passed or expressed uncountable
"The politician received a lot of public criticism for his controversial stance on the issue."
2
a serious examination and judgment of something wordnet
3
A critical observation or detailed examination and review. countable
"The politician received several detailed criticisms of his stance on the issue."
4
a written evaluation of a work of literature wordnet
5
disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings wordnet