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Critiques

Verb / krɪˈti:ks / Another word for critiques — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Critiques are comments or evaluations of something, usually in a negative or critical way.

Synonyms & similar words

review criticism criticalreview reviewarticle critique reviews evaluations assessments appraisals analyses commentaries judgments opinions observations commentary examination inspection scrutiny assessment appraisal analysis evaluation judgment opinion observation

Synonyms by register

Formal

assessments analyses evaluations reviews

Informal

comments feedback takeaways opinions

Literary

judgments discernments

Antonyms

praise approval endorsement compliment acclaim laudation

Common collocations

  • constructive critiques
  • detailed critiques
  • offer critiques
  • receive critiques
  • subject to critiques
  • art critiques
  • book critiques

Word family

noun critique
verb critique
adjective critical

Usage note

Critiques are typically negative assessments, though they can also be neutral or positive. The plural form 'critiques' is often used when referring to multiple instances of criticism or analysis.

Example sentences

  1. The movie received mixed critiques from the critics.
  2. The teacher gave me some helpful critiques of my writing.
  3. The chef was open to critiques from the customers.
  4. The book received harsh critiques from the literary community.
  5. The politician was criticized for not listening to critiques of his policies.

Quotes

  • "Critiques may be good for the soul, but they are tough on the ego." - Michael Hyatt
  • "We all need people who will give us feedback. That's how we improve." - Bill Gates
  • "Critiques should never be personal, only constructive." - James McAvoy

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