Definitions of criticism

1. disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings; " the senator received severe criticism from his opponent"

2. a serious examination and judgment of something; " constructive criticism is always appreciated"

3. a written evaluation of a work of literature

4. The act of criticising; a critical judgment passed or expressed; a critical observation or detailed examination and review; a critique; animadversion; censure.

5. The art of judging the merits of a literary or artistic work; censure.

6. Art of criticising. esp. in literature or art; a critical judgment.

7. The act or art of criticizing; a critical judgment.