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   Cri·tique

   /kriˈtēk/

   

   noun

   • 1. a detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory: "a critique of Marxist historicism"

   verb

   • 1. evaluate (a theory or practice) in a detailed and analytical way: "the authors critique the methods and practices used in the research"

   Word Origin mid 17th century (as a noun): from French, based on Greek kritikē tekhnē ‘critical art’.

   Scrabble Points: 19

   • C

     3

   • R

     1

   • I

     1

   • T

     1

   • I

     1

   • Q

     10

   • U

     1

   • E

     1

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