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comment

comment [noun]

something that you say or write that expresses your opinion

US /ˈkɑː.ment/ 
UK /ˈkɒm.ent/ 
Example: 

He made ​negative comments to the ​press.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

noun
something that you say that shows what you think about something:
She made some interesting comments about the film.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

comment

I. comment1 S1 W2 AC /ˈkɒment $ ˈkɑː-/ BrE AmE noun
[Word Family: noun: ↑comment, ↑commentary; verb: ↑comment]
[Date: 1300-1400; Language: Late Latin; Origin: commentum, from Latin, 'invention', from comminisci 'to invent']
1. [uncountable and countable] an opinion that you express about someone or something SYN remark
comment on/about
his comments about asylum seekers
He was fined for making abusive comments to the referee.
no comment (=used by people in public life when they do not want to answer questions)
2. [uncountable] criticism or discussion of something someone has said or done:
The speech received much comment in the press.
3. be a comment on something to be a sign of the bad quality of something:
The number of adults who cannot read is a sad comment on the quality of our schools.
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COLLOCATIONS
■ verbs
make a comment Everyone was making appreciative comments about the delicious food.
have a comment (=want to make a comment) Do you have any comments on that, David?
pass (a) comment British English (=give an opinion) He looked at my photos but he didn’t pass comment.
invite comment(s) (=ask people to give an opinion) The website invites comments from people who visit it.
welcome comments (=be glad to hear people’s opinions) We would welcome your comments and suggestions.
receive comments It is very helpful to receive comments from the public.
■ adjectives
a brief/quick comment I just want to make a very brief comment.
a helpful/constructive comment (=one that helps you make progress) Pay close attention to your teacher’s constructive comments.
a positive/negative comment There were some very positive comments in the report.
a critical comment The school has received critical comments from inspectors.
(a) fair comment (=a criticism that is reasonable) I accepted as fair comment 90% of what he said.
a snide comment (=unkind and made in a secret or indirect way) She made some really snide comments about you when you weren’t here.
a disparaging/derogatory comment (=criticizing someone or something in an unpleasant way) Never make disparaging comments about a colleague’s work.
a scathing/damning comment (=a very critical one) There were a lot of scathing comments about the film.
an appreciative comment (=showing that you think something is good or nice) Appreciative comments may improve your staff’s performance.
a sarcastic comment (=in which you say the opposite of what you mean, as an unkind joke) I tried to stay calm, despite his sarcastic comments.
a casual comment (=not very serious or important) I only made a casual comment about finding the work a bit boring.
a passing comment (=a quick comment made without thinking about it very carefully) She got upset about a passing comment I made about her clothes.
a shrewd comment (=good at judging people or situations) His newspaper article is always full of shrewd comments.
a wry comment (=saying that something is bad in an amusing way) ‘Perhaps the food could be improved,’ was the wry comment of one prisoner.
a bitter comment (=an angry one) Several pensioners passed some bitter comments.
a public comment The jury are forbidden from making public comments.

THESAURUS
comment something that you say or write in order to give your opinion: Does anyone have any comments? | Readers are invited to send in their comments and suggestions.
remark something that you say: Just ignore them if they start making rude remarks. | I’m not sure what he meant by that last remark.
point something that someone mentions about a subject in a discussion, argument, article etc: That’s an interesting point, Steve. | He raises (=mentions) a number of important points in his paper.
observation a comment in which you say what you think or have noticed about something: Karl Marx made the observation that history repeats itself first as tragedy, second as farce.
aside a comment made in a low voice, that you intend only certain people to hear: ‘Is that true?’, she whispered in an aside to Don.
quip /kwɪp/ a clever and amusing comment: She knew she should reply with some light-hearted quip.
dig informal a comment you make to annoy or criticize someone: I’m tired of her little digs at me.
taunt /tɔːnt $ tɒːnt/ a comment intended to make someone angry or upset: The fans made racist taunts throughout the game.

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

comment

com·ment AW [comment comments commented commenting] noun, verb   [ˈkɒment]    [ˈkɑːment]

noun
1. countable, uncountable ~ (about/on sth) something that you say or write which gives an opinion on or explains sb/sth
Have you any comment to make about the cause of the disaster?
She made helpful comments on my work.
The director was not available for comment.
He handed me the document without comment.
(computing) Please email us or leave a comment on our website.

(especially BrE) What she said was fair comment (= a reasonable criticism).

2. singular, uncountable criticism that shows the faults of sth
The results are a clear comment on government education policy.
There was a lot of comment about his behaviour.  
Word Origin:
late Middle English (in the sense ‘explanatory piece of writing’): from Latin commentum ‘contrivance’ (in late Latin also ‘interpretation’), neuter past participle of comminisci ‘devise’.  
Thesaurus:
comment noun C
She made helpful comments on my work.
remarkstatement|formal observation
a/an comment/remark/observation/statement about sth
a/an comment/observation/statement on sth
make a comment/remark/observation/statement
Comment, remark or observation? A comment can be official or private. An observation may be more considered than a remark, but both are always unofficial.  
Synonyms:
statement
comment announcement remark declaration observation
These are all words for sth that you say or write, especially sth that gives information or an opinion.
statementsomething that you say or write that gives information or an opinion, often in a formal way: A government spokesperson made a statement to the press.
commentsomething that you say or write that gives an opinion on sth or is a response to a question about a particular situation: She made helpful comments on my work.
announcementa spoken or written statement that informs people about sth: the announcement of a peace agreement
remarksomething that you say or write that gives an opinion or thought about sb/sth: He made a number of rude remarks about the food.
declaration(rather formal) an official or formal statement, especially one that states an intention, belief or feeling, or that gives information: the declaration of war
observation(rather formal) a comment, especially one based on sth you have seen, heard or read: He began by making a few general observations about the report.
comment, remark or observation?
A comment can be official or private. A remark can be made in public or private but is always unofficial and the speaker may not have considered it carefully. An observation is unofficial but is usually more considered than a remark.
a(n) statement/comment/announcement/remark/declaration/observation about sth
a(n) statement/comment/observation on sth
a(n) public/official statement/comment/announcement/declaration
to make a(n) statement/comment/announcement/remark/declaration/observation
to issue a(n) statement/announcement/declaration 
Example Bank:
Editorial comment in the press tended to support the government in this matter.
Feel free to post your comments if you have any.
He made a few casual comments to her about her hair and now she's chopped it all off!
Her novels were a vehicle for shrewd social comment.
Highly critical comments have been made about the conduct of some ministers.
His visits were the source of much comment.
I would prefer not to pass comment before I have more information on the case.
If you have any comments, please send them to the above address.
KPJ officials declined comment.
She accepted his diagnosis without comment.
She directed all her comments at Steve.
She made a cryptic comment about how the film mirrored her life.
The article attracted much adverse comment.
The attack is a sad comment on the public's understanding of mental illness.
The minister was unavailable for comment last night.
The school has invited comments from parents about the new curriculum.
The spokesman was not available for comment last night.
This idea deserves more than passing comment.
Viewers are encouraged to phone in questions and comments.
We have received many helpful comments from fellow-sufferers.
We welcome comments from readers.
What she said was (a) fair comment.
When asked about the allegations, the chairman replied ‘no comment’.
a book with critical comment on the various strands of feminism
• a general comment on the weather

Idiom: no comment 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

comment / ˈkɒm.ent /   / ˈkɑː.ment / noun [ C or U ]

B1 something that you say or write that expresses your opinion:

I don't want any comments on/about my new haircut, thank you!

He made negative comments to the press.

I suppose his criticism was fair comment (= a reasonable opinion) .

She was asked about the pay increase but made no comment (= did not give an opinion) .

no comment

C2 used to say that you do not want to answer someone's question

Word partners for comment noun

make a comment • pass comment • attract / draw / excite comment • adverse / caustic / critical / disparaging comments • favourable comments • a casual / general / passing comment • fair comment • comments about / on sth • without comment

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Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

comment

[kɒ̱ment]
 
 comments, commenting, commented
 1) VERB If you comment on something, you give your opinion about it or you give an explanation for it.
  [V on n/wh] So far, Mr Cook has not commented on these reports...
  [V on n/wh] Stratford police refuse to comment on whether anyone has been arrested...
  You really can't comment till you know the facts...
  [V with quote] `I'm always happy with new developments,' he commented...
  [V that] Stuart commented that this was very true.
 2) N-VAR A comment is something that you say which expresses your opinion of something or which gives an explanation of it.
  He made his comments at a news conference in Amsterdam...
  I was wondering whether you had any comments about that?...
  There's been no comment so far from police about the allegations...
  Lady Thatcher, who is abroad, was not available for comment.
 3) N-SING: usu a N on n If an event or situation is a comment on something, it reveals something about that thing, usually something bad.
  He argues that family problems are typically a comment on some unresolved issues in the family.
  Syn:
  reflection
 4) CONVENTION People say `no comment' as a way of refusing to answer a question, usually when it is asked by a journalist.
  No comment. I don't know anything.

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1com·ment /ˈkɑːˌmɛnt/ noun, pl -ments
1 a : a spoken or written statement that expresses an opinion about someone or something

[count]

• 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.
• We have no further comments. [=we have nothing more to say]
Comments or suggestions can be sent to our main Web address.
• She heard him making rude comments [=remarks] about the neighbors.
• We haven't gotten any comments on/about the new design.
• I'd appreciate your comments on this issue.
• We've received positive comments from many of our readers.

[noncount]

• She couldn't be reached for comment.
• We let the remark pass without comment. [=we did not respond to the remark]
✦The phrase no comment is used to tell someone (such as a reporter) that you do not wish to answer a question.
• “Did you know the defendant well?” “No comment.” synonyms see1remark
b [count] : a written note that explains or discusses the meaning of something (such as a piece of writing)
• The new edition includes the translator's comments.
2 [noncount] : spoken or written discussion about something (such as an event in the news)
• The radio program offers news and comment.
• The trial drew widespread comment.
3 [count] : something that shows or makes a statement about the true state or condition of something - usually singular; + on
• Their case is a sad comment [=commentary] on the current state of the justice system.
• She sees the film as a comment on modern values.

comment

comment [verb]

to make a comment

US /ˈkɑː.ment/ 
UK /ˈkɒm.ent/ 
Example: 

My ​mum always comments on what I'm ​wearing.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

comment

 verb (comments, commenting, commented)
to say what you think about something:
A lot of people at school commented on my new watch.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

II. comment2 S3 W3 AC BrE AmE verb [intransitive and transitive]
[Word Family: noun: ↑comment, ↑commentary; verb: ↑comment]
to express an opinion about someone or something SYN remark
comment on
People were always commenting on his size.
comment that
Smith’s lawyer commented that the decision was ‘outrageous’.
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THESAURUS
■ to say something
say to tell someone something, using words: ‘I really ought to go,’ she said. | Lauren said she’d probably be late.
state to say something, especially in a definite or formal way – used in official contexts: The witness stated that he had never seen the woman before. | Please state your name and address.
announce to publicly tell people about something: The chairman announced his resignation. | The results will be announced tomorrow. | We will announce the winners next Sunday. | They were announcing the train times over the loudspeaker system.
declare to say something very firmly: ‘My personal life is none of your business,’ she declared.
mention to talk about someone or something, especially without giving many details: Did Tom mention anything about what happened at school? | Your name was mentioned!
express to let someone know your feelings by putting them into words: Young children often find it difficult to express their emotions.
comment to say what your opinion is about someone or something: The prime minister was asked to comment on the crisis.
note/remark formal to say that you have noticed that something is true – used especially in formal writing: We have already noted that most old people live alone. | Someone once remarked that the problem with computers is that they only give you answers.
add to say something more, after what has already been said: He added that he thought it could be done fairly cheaply.
point out to mention something that seems particularly important or relevant: Dr Graham points out that most children show some signs of abnormal behaviour. | It’s worth pointing out that few people actually die of this disease.
air to talk about your opinions, worries, or the things you disagree about: air your views/grievances/differences: The programme will give listeners the chance to air their views about immigration. | Workers were able to air their grievances.
voice to talk publicly about your feelings or about whether you approve or disapprove of something formal: voice concern/support/doubt/fears etc: The president has already voiced his support for the proposal. | She voiced concern for the safety of the hostages.

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

verb intransitive, transitive ~ (on/upon sth)
to express an opinion about sth
I don't feel I can comment on their decision.
He refused to comment until after the trial.
We were just commenting on how well you look.
~ that… A spokesperson commented that levels of carbon dioxide were very high.
+ speech ‘Not his best performance,’ she commented to the woman sitting next to her.
Verb forms:

 
Word Origin:
late Middle English (in the sense ‘explanatory piece of writing’): from Latin commentum ‘contrivance’ (in late Latin also ‘interpretation’), neuter past participle of comminisci ‘devise’.  
Thesaurus:
comment verb I, T
They commented on how well she looked.
remark|formal observenote
comment/remark on sth
comment/remark/observe to sb
comment/remark/observe/note that…
Comment, remark or observe? You can only use refuse to with comment:
He refused to comment until after the trial.
 ¤ He refused to remark/observe until after the trial.  
Synonyms:
comment
note remark observe
These words all mean to say or write a fact or opinion.
commentto express an opinion or give facts about sth: He refused to comment until after the trial.
note(rather formal) to mention sth because it is important or interesting: He noted in passing that the company's record on safety issues was not good.
remarkto say or write what you have noticed about a situation: Critics remarked that the play was not original.
observe(formal) to say or write what you have noticed about a situation: She observed that it was getting late.
comment, remark or observe?
If you comment on sth you say sth about it; if you remark on sth or observe sth, you say sth about it that you have noticed: there is often not much difference between the three. However, while you can refuse to comment (without on), you cannot ‘refuse to remark’ or ‘refuse to observe’ (without on): He refused to remark/observe until after the trial.
to comment/note/remark/observe that…
to comment on/note/remark/observe how…
to comment/remark on sth
to comment/remark/observe to sb
‘It's long,’ he commented/noted/remarked/observed. 
Example Bank:
He commented favourably on the proposals.
He refused to comment on the proposals.
• People were commenting about her abilities.

• She commented to me that she liked it.

 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

comment / ˈkɒm.ent /   / ˈkɑː.ment / verb [ I or T ]

B2 to make a comment:

My mum always comments on what I'm wearing.

[ + that ] He commented that the two essays were rather similar.

The official refused to/declined to comment on the matter.

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Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

comment

[kɒ̱ment]
 
 comments, commenting, commented
 1) VERB If you comment on something, you give your opinion about it or you give an explanation for it.
  [V on n/wh] So far, Mr Cook has not commented on these reports...
  [V on n/wh] Stratford police refuse to comment on whether anyone has been arrested...
  You really can't comment till you know the facts...
  [V with quote] `I'm always happy with new developments,' he commented...
  [V that] Stuart commented that this was very true.
 2) N-VAR A comment is something that you say which expresses your opinion of something or which gives an explanation of it.
  He made his comments at a news conference in Amsterdam...
  I was wondering whether you had any comments about that?...
  There's been no comment so far from police about the allegations...
  Lady Thatcher, who is abroad, was not available for comment.
 3) N-SING: usu a N on n If an event or situation is a comment on something, it reveals something about that thing, usually something bad.
  He argues that family problems are typically a comment on some unresolved issues in the family.
  Syn:
  reflection
 4) CONVENTION People say `no comment' as a way of refusing to answer a question, usually when it is asked by a journalist.
  No comment. I don't know anything.

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

comment

2comment verb -ments; -ment·ed; -ment·ing : to make a statement about someone or something : to make a comment

[no obj]

• When asked about his involvement in the scandal, he refused/declined to comment.
- usually + on
• Several people have commented on my new dress.
• He declined to comment on the matter.

[+ obj]

• She commented that the service seemed slow.
• “The service seems slow today,” she commented. [=remarked]

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