commenting (B1)

verb (present participle)

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒm.ən.tɪŋ/

Definition

Expressing an opinion, observation, or critique regarding a specific subject or piece of content.

Examples

• The professor began commenting on the historical accuracy of the student's essay.

• He was banned from the platform for commenting offensive remarks on public threads.

• While commenting on the recent economic shift, the analyst highlighted several key growth areas.

How to Use commenting

comment on (prepositional phrase)

to give an opinion about a specific topic — "Please comment on the proposed changes to the schedule."

comment that (collocation)

to state an opinion using a following clause — "The manager commented that the team had performed exceptionally well."

Synonyms of commenting

Words with a similar meaning to commenting:

• remarking
• critiquing
• weighing in
• opining

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