comment — a remark expressing an opinion or reaction
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a remark expressing an opinion or reaction
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːment/
Example Sentences
- My mom's comment on my cooking was just 'interesting...' with a mysterious smile.
- The teacher asked students to comment on the poem's meaning.
- His comment about pineapple on pizza started a heated debate in the cafeteria.
comment
NOUN[/ˈkɑːment/]
a remark expressing an opinion or reaction
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'commentari', meaning 'to record' or 'to interpret'. It combines 'com-' (together) and 'mentari' (to think or mind), originally denoting the act of thinking deeply about something and sharing opinions on it.
Breakdown
com- (together) + mentari (to think, to mind), forming a compound that originally meant to consider or reflect upon something jointly.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's comment on my cooking was just 'interesting...' with a mysterious smile.”
“The teacher asked students to comment on the poem's meaning.”
“His comment about pineapple on pizza started a heated debate in the cafeteria.”
“She always has a witty comment for every situation.”
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