Meaning & Definition of word "Review"

Review

/rɪˈvjuː/

1. A formal assessment or examination of something, such as a product, service, or piece of literature, where critical analysis is provided.
- Example: The critics wrote a glowing review of the new restaurant.
2. A retrospective examination or evaluation.
- Example: We had a thorough review of the project's progress at the meeting.
3. An article or report giving an opinion or interpretation of a work.
- Example: She published a review of the latest novel in the literary magazine.

1. To examine or assess something formally with the purpose of making changes or providing feedback.
- Example: The teacher will review the assignments before she grades them.
2. To go over or look back at something for the purpose of analysis or evaluation.
- Example: He needs to review the notes he took during the lecture.
3. To produce a formal evaluation of a performance or product.
- Example: The reviewer will review the film and share his insights on social media.

From Middle French 'reviser', from Latin 'revidere', meaning 'to see again.'

peer review:

A process by which something is evaluated by one or more experts in the same field.

annual review:

A yearly evaluation of performance or progress.

literature review:

An overview of existing research or literature on a particular topic.

revise:

To review and make changes or corrections to something.

reviewer:

A person who evaluates something, especially for publication or performance.

Meaning: A quick look or informal assessment.

Example Sentence: Just give it a quick review before the meeting.

Meaning: To suggest that something is not worth your time.

Example Sentence: That movie was a hard pass, you don't need to review it.