Artistic Analysis Vocabulary

noun A person who judges the merits of literary, artistic, or musical works, especially one who does so professionally.

• The critic provided a thorough analysis of the film, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses.
• The movie critic said the film was just okay, nothing special.
• That music critic is always throwing shade at new artists.
• She was a harsh critic of her own work, never satisfied with the final product.

adjective sour or bitter in taste; harsh or severe in manner or tone

• The acerb criticism from the professor left the students feeling dejected.
• Her acerb wit always keeps us on our toes during meetings.
• I can't stand his acerb attitude, he's always so negative.
• The acerb taste of the lemonade made her wince.