comment
noun
com·ment
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Definition of comment
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: commentary
2
: a note explaining, illustrating, or criticizing the meaning of a writing
Comments on the passage were printed in the margin.
3a
: an observation or remark expressing an opinion or attitude
critical comments constructive comments
b
: a judgment expressed indirectly
sees the film as a comment on modern values
comment
verb
commented;
commenting;
comments
Definition of comment (Entry 2 of 2)
: to make a comment on
: to explain or interpret something by comment
commenting on recent developments commented on the poem's symbolism
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Synonyms for comment
Synonyms: Noun
Synonyms: Verb
allow, editorialize, note, observe, opine, reflect, remark, weigh in
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Examples of comment in a Sentence
Noun
The most frequent comment was that the service was slow. I find your comments offensive. I'd like to begin with a few general comments. Comments or suggestions can be sent to our main Web address. We haven't gotten any comments on the new design. I'd appreciate your comments on this issue. We've received positive comments from many of our readers. She couldn't be reached for comment. The new edition includes the translator's comments. The radio program offers news and comment.Verb
When asked about his involvement in the scandal, he refused to comment. She commented that the service seemed slow.
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
The State Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment, the AP reported. — Fox News, "Iranian-flagged oil tanker sought by US sets new destination," 24 Aug. 2019 The actor’s post garnered tons of comments, including replies from stars like Tom Brady and Mario Lopez. — Georgia Slater, PEOPLE.com, "Mark Wahlberg Says 'Age Is Just a Number' in Shirtless Ab-Baring Photo," 24 Aug. 2019 Pomeroy, 53, did not respond to a request for comment Friday and is expected to make an announcement Sunday morning at the church. — Jeremy Wallace, ExpressNews.com, "Sutherland Springs pastor plans to run for Texas State Senate," 23 Aug. 2019 The listing agent for the property declined comment when reached by the Globe. — Jaclyn Reiss, BostonGlobe.com, "Barack and Michelle Obama are reportedly buying a Martha’s Vineyard mansion," 22 Aug. 2019 His lawyers declined comment after Thursday’s sanity verdict. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Man dubbed ‘Boy Next Door Killer’ found sane by jury," 22 Aug. 2019 Instagram accesses and analyzes a variety of posted content including hashtags, comments, keywords, and geotags. — Kristina Libby, Popular Mechanics, "No, That Instagram Privacy Hoax Isn’t Real. It Never Is.," 22 Aug. 2019 No one there has responded to a request for comment. — Crystal Hill, Indianapolis Star, "Suit: Man found broken glass in drink at The Capital Grille in Indianapolis," 22 Aug. 2019 Poole did not immediately return a call for comment. — Mary Grace Keller, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Pennsylvania man charged with assault for allegedly punching woman in stomach in Westminster," 22 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Here's the full tea-spill: Ariana hasn't yet commented on the drama. — Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, "Drag Queen Farrah Moan is COMING for Ariana Grande on Twitter for "Stealing" Her Look," 5 Sep. 2019 Officers at the scene declined to comment on the threat. — Sophie Carson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Milwaukee police respond to City Hall for report of bomb threat," 30 Aug. 2019 Thomas Sands, who is representing Shokiran, declined to comment. — Lila Seidman, Glendale News-Press, "Owner of senior apartments must explain why he hasn’t repaired an on-site elevator, judge says," 27 Aug. 2019 When reached by phone, Callahan, who's from Long Island, declined to comment. — Crystal Hill, Indianapolis Star, "Suit: Man found broken glass in drink at The Capital Grille in Indianapolis," 22 Aug. 2019 Atwood, of Linden Lab, declined to comment when asked about the accuracy of Pearlman’s description of events. — Paris Martineau, WIRED, "Second Life Is Plagued by Security Flaws, Ex-Employee Says," 16 Aug. 2019 When asked if this move has anything to do with Trump, Walmart declined to comment. — Nick Romano, EW.com, "Walmart instructs stores to remove ads for violent videogames after shootings," 9 Aug. 2019 Federal prosecutors declined to comment on the possibility of a forfeiture action. — Washington Post, "Epstein may have gamed the system from beyond the grave," 25 Aug. 2019 Rhonda DeWine, when reached Friday by The Enquirer, declined to comment on the divorce filing or allegations of adultery. — Jackie Borchardt, Cincinnati.com, "Ohio Supreme Court Justice Pat DeWine's wife files for divorce, cites adultery; DeWine laments 'political gossip.'," 23 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'comment.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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comment
noun
English Language Learners Definition of comment
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a spoken or written statement that expresses an opinion about someone or something
: a written note that explains or discusses the meaning of something (such as a piece of writing)
: spoken or written discussion about something (such as an event in the news)
comment
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of comment (Entry 2 of 2)
: to make a statement about someone or something : to make a comment
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comment
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com·ment
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Kids Definition of comment
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: an expression of opinion either in speech or writing
The most frequent comment was that service was slow.
2
: mention of something that deserves notice
I'd like to make a few general comments before we begin class.