critique

noun
UK: /krɪˈtiːk/
US: /krɪˈtiːk/

  1. A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory.

    1. I wrote a critique of the new book.
    2. The professor offered a sharp critique of the government's economic policies.

  2. A critical comment or judgment.

    1. His only critique was that the food was too salty.
    2. She welcomed constructive critique on her design proposal to improve it.

Synonyms

evaluate assess review criticism judge commentary assessment analysis evaluation
critique verb

  1. To evaluate (a theory or practice) in a detailed and analytical way.

    1. She will critique the essay.
    2. The students will critique each other's presentations next week.

  2. To express disapproval of (someone or something).

    1. He critiqued my work harshly.
    2. Many people critiqued the company's new marketing campaign for being insensitive.
critique adjective

  1. Expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments.

    1. This is a critique essay.
    2. The article provided a critique review of the latest technological advancements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "critique" in English means: A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory., A critical comment or judgment..

The phonetic transcription of "critique" is /krɪˈtiːk/ in British English and /krɪˈtiːk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "critique": evaluate, assess, review, criticism, judge, commentary, assessment, analysis, evaluation.

Example usage of "critique": "I wrote a critique of the new book.". More examples on the page.