'Critique' definitions:

Definition of 'critique'

From: WordNet
noun
An essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) [syn: review, critique, critical review, review article]
noun
A serious examination and judgment of something; "constructive criticism is always appreciated" [syn: criticism, critique]
verb
Appraise critically; "She reviews books for the New York Times"; "Please critique this performance" [syn: review, critique]

Definition of 'Critique'

From: GCIDE
  • Critique \Cri*tique"\, v. t. [Cf. Critic, v.] To criticise or pass judgment upon. [Obs.] --Pope. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Critique'

From: GCIDE
  • Critique \Cri*tique"\ (kr[i^]*t[=e]k"), n. [F. critique, f., fr. Gr. kritikh` (sc. te`chnh) the critical art, from kritiko`s. See Critic.] [1913 Webster]
  • 1. The art of criticism. [Written also critic.] [R.] [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A critical examination or estimate of a work of literature or art; a critical dissertation or essay; a careful and thorough analysis of any subject; a criticism; as, Kant's "Critique of Pure Reason." [1913 Webster]
  • I should as soon expect to see a critique on the poesy of a ring as on the inscription of a medal. --Addison. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. A critic; one who criticises. [Obs.] [1913 Webster]
  • A question among critiques in the ages to come. --Bp. Lincoln. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'critique'

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