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slating

 

[ ˈsleɪtɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

criticism context

Slating refers to the act of expressing strong disapproval or criticism regarding someone or something. It often implies an intense or harsh evaluation. This term is commonly used in media and public discourse, particularly when reviewing performances, works of art, or policies. When someone is slating something, they are typically articulating their negative opinions in a clear and sometimes scathing manner.

Synonyms

belittling, condemning, criticizing, denouncing

Examples of usage

  • The critics are slating the new film for its poor plot.
  • She was slating his proposal during the meeting.
  • The artist faced severe slating from the reviewers.
Context #2 | Noun

media context

Slating can also refer to a negative review or harsh criticism published or broadcasted about a performance, product, or individual. Such slating may have significant repercussions, often affecting reputations and careers. In media, a slating review can lead to public backlash against the subject being criticized, potentially leading to decreased popularity or sales.

Synonyms

assessment, critique, evaluation, review

Examples of usage

  • The slating of the new album hurt its initial sales.
  • He couldn't recover from the slating received from the press.
  • Her performance received a slating that shocked her fans.

Translations

Translations of the word "slating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tela

🇮🇳 स्लेटिंग

🇩🇪 Schiefer

🇮🇩 slating

🇺🇦 покриття

🇵🇱 pokrycie

🇯🇵 スレート

🇫🇷 ardoise

🇪🇸 pizarra

🇹🇷 şapka

🇰🇷 슬레이트

🇸🇦 تغطية

🇨🇿 střecha

🇸🇰 šindel

🇨🇳 石板

🇸🇮 skrilavec

🇮🇸 skífa

🇰🇿 тас

🇬🇪 ქვის დაფა

🇦🇿 şifer

🇲🇽 pizarra

Etymology

The term 'slating' derives from the word 'slate,' which has its roots in Old French 'esclat' and Latin 'schistus', meaning a type of stone used for writing and recording. In English, 'slate' has been used since the late 14th century to refer to these writable surfaces. The verb form relating to criticism began to emerge in the 20th century, particularly within media discourses. Over time, the phrase 'to slate someone' has evolved into a colloquial expression, especially in journalism and entertainment, denoting the act of publicly denouncing or harshly criticizing a person's actions or work.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,645, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.