animadversion

[US]/ˌænɪˈmæd.vɜːrʃən/
[UK]/ˌænəˈmæd.vərʃən/

Translation

n.expression of disapproval or criticism; a critical remark or comment
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

voice animadversion against

raise animadversions about

Example Sentences

the critic expressed animadversion against the film's plot.

his animadversions were mostly directed at the government's handling of the crisis.

the manager received several animadversions from employees about the new policy.

she voiced her animadversion against the unfair treatment she had received.

the author's animadversions on social issues were thought-provoking.

his animadversion was met with silence from the audience.

the professor's animadversions on student work were always constructive.

it is important to consider animadversions carefully before responding.

the editor made several animadversions on the manuscript before accepting it for publication.

his animadversion was a veiled attack on his political opponent.

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