Feedback

/ˈfiːdˌbæk/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Information or criticism about a product, service, or performance that can be used to improve it.
The manager received positive feedback from the team about the new project management software.
The modification or control of a process or system by its results or effects.
The engineer designed the system to include feedback loops for better accuracy.
A response or reaction to a particular process or activity.
After the presentation, the speaker asked for feedback from the audience.

Etymology

Derived from 'feed' + 'back', the term combines the idea of providing information back to the source.

Common Phrases and Expressions

constructive feedback
Informative criticism aimed at helping someone improve.
feedback loop
A process in which the outputs of a system are circled back and used as inputs.
positive feedback
Responses that affirm and support someone's actions or performance.

Related Words

input
Information or suggestions provided for consideration.
evaluation
The process of assessing someone's performance or work.

Slang Meanings

Giving one's two cents.
I just wanted to give my two cents on the project.
Throwing in your two cents.
I’m just throwing in my two cents on that discussion.