hypercriticism

American  

[hahy-per-krit-uh-siz-uhm] / ˌhaɪ pərˈkrɪt əˌsɪz əm /

noun

1. criticism that is carping or unduly harsh.

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Etymology

Origin of hypercriticism

First recorded in 1670–80; hyper- + criticism

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Example Sentences

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hypercriticism

Grande’s stanbase quickly retaliated, saying that those commenting on her weight were bringing back body-shaming and tabloid-era hypercriticism.

From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2026

Any operatic version of that play was doomed to hypercriticism.

From Time Magazine Archive

There may be differences of opinion and sentiment, but no acerbity, no hypercriticism, and no exclusiveness.

From The Abominations of Modern Society by T. De Witt (Thomas De Witt) Talmage

With regard to the Somnauth gates, a pettier piece of hypercriticism, and a more palpable exhibition of hypocrisy, were never witnessed on a public question.

From Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 53, No. 330, April 1843 by Various

The swellings of envy and jealousy gave way to triumph in her own discernment; and all severities of hypercriticism subsided into the gentler vanity, and more humane parade, of patronage.

From The Wanderer (Volume 2 of 5) or, Female Difficulties by Fanny Burney

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