Comments: meaning, definitions and examples

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[หˆkษ’mษ›nts ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

online

Opinions or remarks made in response to a post or article on the Internet.

Synonyms

feedback, replies, responses.

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Word Description / Examples
comments

General observations or statements, often used in casual or informal settings, such as social media or casual conversations.

  • She posted a picture on Instagram and received many comments from her followers.
  • Your comments on the book were very insightful.
feedback

Specific information or opinions about someone's work or performance, typically used in professional or educational settings.

  • Your feedback on my presentation helped me improve it significantly.
  • The teacher provided feedback on the student's essay.
replies

Direct responses to a question or statement, often used in email communications or online discussions.

  • I sent him an email this morning, and he has already sent his reply.
  • She posted a question on the forum, and the replies were very helpful.
responses

General answers or reactions to something, which can be either formal or informal, and used in a wide range of scenarios.

  • The company's response to the customer complaint was very prompt.
  • His responses during the interview were very detailed and clear.

Examples of usage

  • Reading through the comments section can give you a good sense of public opinion.
  • She always leaves thoughtful comments on her friends' social media posts.

Interesting Facts

Historical Origins

  • The word 'comment' comes from the Latin 'commentari', meaning 'to discuss, interpret, or annotate'.
  • In language history, comments have evolved from written notes in margins of books to modern digital formats like social media.
  • The use of comments in academic papers dates back to the Renaissance when scholars added notes and interpretations to texts.

Digital Communication

  • The rise of the internet transformed comments into instant interactions, allowing real-time feedback on blogs, videos, and social platforms.
  • Popular platforms like YouTube and Facebook rely heavily on comments for community engagement and user interaction.
  • Emojis and GIFs have become common in comments, adding emotional context and humor beyond just words.

Psychology

  • Comments can reflect a personโ€™s emotions, showing support, criticism, or humor based on their personal experiences.
  • The feedback loop created by comments can boost or diminish a person's confidence, impacting their online behavior.
  • Studies suggest that online comments sections often bring out a variety of social behaviors, like empathy or trolling.

Literature

  • Traditionally, literary commentary was an academic endeavor, with scholars providing insights on the meaning and themes of texts.
  • The advent of online forums has democratized literary commentary, making it accessible for anyone to share interpretations and critiques.
  • Famous works such as 'The Great Gatsby' have extensive commentary available, leading to various interpretations through time.

Cultural Impact

  • Comments can spark social movements, allowing marginalized voices to share their stories and experiences widely.
  • In some cultures, the formality of commenting varies; for instance, in some Asian communities, direct criticism is less common.
  • Viral comments on platforms like Twitter and Reddit can influence trends, leading to wider discussions on culture and politics.

Translations

Translations of the word "comments" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น comentรกrios

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเคฟเคชเฅเคชเคฃเคฟเคฏเคพเค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kommentare

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ komentar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะผะตะฝั‚ะฐั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ komentarze

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใƒกใƒณใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท commentaires

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ comentarios

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yorumlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œ“๊ธ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุนู„ูŠู‚ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ komentรกล™e

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ komentรกre

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏ„่ฎบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ komentarji

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ athugasemdir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟั–ะบั–ั€ะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rษ™ylษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ comentarios

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,368, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.