COMMENTARY Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word commentary. (close relations)
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| analysis | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole • the abstract separation of a whole into its constituent parts in order to study the parts and their relations • a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed • the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., `the father of the bride' instead of `the bride's father' • a branch of mathematics involving calculus and the theory of limits; sequences and series and integration and differentiation • a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud | ||||||
| annotation | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a comment or instruction (usually added) • the act of adding notes | ||||||
| appraisal | nounn | |||||
noun • the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth • a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) • an expert estimation of the quality, quantity, and other characteristics of someone or something | ||||||
| assessment | nounn | |||||
noun • the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth • an amount determined as payable • the market value set on assets • the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event | ||||||
| criticism | nounn | |||||
noun • disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings • a serious examination and judgment of something • a written evaluation of a work of literature | ||||||
| discussion | nounn | |||||
noun • an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic • an exchange of views on some topic | ||||||
| examination | nounn | |||||
noun • the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) • a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge • formal systematic questioning • a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits) • the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned | ||||||
| exegesis | nounn | |||||
noun • an explanation or critical interpretation (especially of the Bible) | ||||||
| exposition | nounn | |||||
noun • a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic • a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display • an account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse • (music) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur | ||||||
| interpretation | nounn | |||||
noun • a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something • the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance • an explanation that results from interpreting something • an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious | ||||||
| observation | nounn | |||||
noun • the act of making and recording a measurement • the act of observing; taking a patient look • a remark expressing careful consideration • facts learned by observing • the act of noticing or paying attention | ||||||
| remark | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information • explicit notice verb • make mention of • make or write a comment on | ||||||
| review | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a new appraisal or evaluation • an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) • a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment • (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data • a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians • a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art • a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion • (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court) • practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory • a formal or official examination verb • look at again; examine again • appraise critically • hold a review (of troops) • refresh one's memory • look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember | ||||||
| comment | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information • a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material • a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people verb • make or write a comment on • explain or interpret something • provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases | ||||||
| scholia | nounn | |||||
noun • a marginal note written by a scholiast (a commentator on ancient or classical literature) | ||||||
