1
a
: one who engages often professionally in the analysis, evaluation, or appreciation of works of art or artistic performances
a literary critic
a film critic
a theater critic
b
: one who expresses a reasoned opinion on any matter especially involving a judgment of its value, truth, righteousness, beauty, or technique
Critics of the new law say that it will not reduce crime.
2
: one given to harsh or captious judgment
a fierce critic of immigration policies
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Noun (1)
the president's hard-core critics are going to attack him no matter what he does
the restaurant critic said that the fries at that fast-food outlet were the worst she'd ever eaten
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 14 July 2025
In 1984, his administration attempted to kidnap a former minister and vocal critic living in Britain.
—Benjamin Ezeamalu, USA Today, 14 July 2025
The film’s opening day Friday was the second-largest of the year—grossing $56.5 million, ahead of Disney’s Lilo and Stitch but just behind A Minecraft Movie— despite some pushback over the movie from right-wing critics.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Florida airports soon must submit monthly reports on weather modification activities or face the loss of state funding under a controversial new law derided by critics as fueling conspiracy theories.
—Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 July 2025
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Noun
Bryan, who selected the $100,000 winning envelope, chose to split the prize with Amaya — a decision that earned some praise but also a few critics.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 14 July 2025
In 1984, his administration attempted to kidnap a former minister and vocal critic living in Britain.
—Benjamin Ezeamalu, USA Today, 14 July 2025
The film’s opening day Friday was the second-largest of the year—grossing $56.5 million, ahead of Disney’s Lilo and Stitch but just behind A Minecraft Movie— despite some pushback over the movie from right-wing critics.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Florida airports soon must submit monthly reports on weather modification activities or face the loss of state funding under a controversial new law derided by critics as fueling conspiracy theories.
—Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 July 2025
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“Critic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/critic. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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