MeanOF

criticism

- noun (n)

Meaning: verbal disapproval

Synonyms: animadversion aspersion bad press blast brickbats bronx cheer call down carping cavil caviling censure critical remarks cut denunciation disparagement faultfinding flak hit knock nit-picking objection opprobrium pan panning put down quibble rap on knuckles reproof roast slam slap slap on wrist static stricture swipe vitriol zapper

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