critique

/krɪˈtiːk/ French Origin Language

Original Word

critique

French

Entered English

17th century

First recorded usage in English

The Story Behind "critique"

From French 'critique', from Greek 'kritikos' (able to judge). While 'criticism' came to English via Latin, 'critique' entered via French and typically refers to a detailed, analytical review rather than simple fault-finding.

Example Usage

"The professor wrote a thoughtful critique of the author's methodology."

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