critique
Definitions
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, artistic, or political work
评论；评析文章
To evaluate something in a detailed and analytical way
评论；评析
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedFrom the same Greek kritikē (the art of judging) as critic, but borrowed later through French — which is why it keeps the French -que spelling and a /kriˈtiːk/ pronunciation. A critique is a formal, reasoned evaluation, more structured and less negative than everyday 'criticism.'
Root crit still carries 11 more wordsUsage Guide
- Pronunciation: /krɪˈtiːk/ — stress on the second syllable, ending like 'unique.'
- Tone: more neutral and analytical than 'criticize'; a critique can praise as well as fault.
- Used as both noun and verb: write a critique (n.) / critique a draft (v.).
Example Sentences
- 1.
She wrote a thoughtful critique of the new economic policy.
- 2.
The professor asked us to critique each other's essays.
- 3.
His critique focused on the film's weak ending.