critic
Meaning: A person who expresses disapproval or professionally reviews artistic works
A 'critic' is a person who expresses disapproval or judgement about something, or someone who professionally reviews and evaluates artistic works such as films, books, music, or art. Critics can provide valuable feedback and analysis, though the word sometimes carries a negative connotation when referring to someone who habitually finds fault with others.
Examples
- The film received praise from critics but failed at the box office. 这部电影获得了评论家的赞誉,但票房失败了。La película recibió elogios de los críticos pero fracasó en la taquilla.その映画は批評家から賞賛を受けましたが、興行収入では失敗しました。그 영화는 비평가들로부터 찬사를 받았지만 흥행에서는 실패했습니다.
- He has always been a harsh critic of government spending. 他一直是政府支出的严厉批评者。Él siempre ha sido un crítico severo del gasto gubernamental.彼は常に政府支出に対する厳しい批判者でした。그는 항상 정부 지출에 대한 신랄한 비판자였습니다.
- As a food critic, she visits restaurants anonymously to write honest reviews. 作为美食评论家,她匿名访问餐厅以撰写诚实的评论。Como crítica gastronómica, ella visita restaurantes de forma anónima para escribir reseñas honestas.フード批評家として、彼女は正直なレビューを書くために匿名でレストランを訪れます。음식 비평가로서, 그녀는 솔직한 리뷰를 쓰기 위해 익명으로 레스토랑을 방문합니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'criticus', from Greek 'kritikos' meaning 'able to make judgements', from 'krinein' (to judge, decide). Related to 'crisis', 'criterion', 'critical', and 'hypocrisy'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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