Stricture

usgb/ˈstrɪktʃər/
noun

A critical comment or strict judgment.

My teacher's stricture on my essay made me rewrite it from scratch.
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Often appears as...

  • voice a stricture
  • subject to stricture
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Negative connotations

Often used when pointing out negative aspects or faults.

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His strictures on my behavior were harsh but fair.
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Formal situations

Used in formal contexts, such as academic criticism or professional feedback.

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The reviewer's strictures were clearly articulated.
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Serious tone

Indicates a serious or severe critical remark, not a light or joking matter.

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Her stricture against the proposal silenced the room.
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