critique
Translation
critique, review, analysis
Examples
The professor gave a detailed critique of my essay.
The professor gave a detailed critique of my essay.
Her latest film received a positive critique.
Her latest film received a positive critique.
Grammar Patterns
((a critique)) ((of sth.)) a detailed analysis and assessment of (sth.) The professor gave a critique of my essay.
Similar Words
Synonyms: review, analysis, assessment; Antonyms: praise, compliment
Etymology
From French 'critique', from Greek 'kritikos' meaning 'able to discern or judge'.
Memory Tips
A 'critic' writes a 'critique'. The words look and sound similar.