Meaning & use
critic
A person who evaluates and judges the quality of art, writing, or performance, or someone who expresses disapproval of something.
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The film critic praised the director's bold use of color and silence.
Critics of the new policy argue it will hurt small businesses the most.
A note on using this word
Critic can mean a professional reviewer of art or media, or more generally, anyone who points out faults in a plan or idea.
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