critic
/ˈkɹɪt.ɪk/
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Also seen as: critics
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A person who appraises the works of others.
Noun
Examples
Following its publication, the novel received widespread acclaim from literary critics.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A specialist in judging works of art.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “critic” mean?
A person who appraises the works of others.
Is “critic” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.