critic  /ˈkrɪ tɪk/ ? Meaning of "critic"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
  2. (n) anyone who expresses a reasoned judgment of something
  3. (n) someone who frequently finds fault or makes harsh and unfair judgments

Usage(s):

  1. Much maligned filmmaker Uwe Boll is taking on his critics in the boxing ring.
  2. A good thing, since he's a TV critic for Entertainment Weekly.
  3. Moore is such a big fat target, metaphorically speaking, that he attracts attacks from swarms of ideological critics, thus bringing his message to more people.
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