Comment — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈkä-ˌment/ com·ment

Meaning & Definition of Comment

Comment (noun)

  1. commentary
  2. a note explaining, illustrating, or criticizing the meaning of a writing
  3. an observation or remark expressing an opinion or attitude

Comment (verb)

  1. to make a comment on
  2. to explain or interpret something by comment

Comment (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a briefly expressed opinion

    "just ate the food without offering even a single comment"

    similar: note, reflection, remark
    related: analysis, commentary, exposition, aside, obiter dictum, annotation, belief, conviction, eye, feeling, judgment, mind, notion, persuasion, sentiment, verdict, view, advice, input

  2. a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)

    "the pundit's comments on the political events of the previous week were astute as usual"

    similar: analysis, commentary, exposition, play-by-play
    related: annotation, explication, descant, note, observation, remark, report, review, write-up

Comment (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make a statement of one's opinion

    "commenting on recent developments in the Middle East"

    similar: allow, editorialize, note, observe, opine, reflect, remark, weigh in
    related: commentate, articulate, express, say, speak, state, talk, tell, utter, verbalize, vocalize, conjecture, daresay, guess, speculate, suppose, surmise

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Comment

The most common words with a similar meaning to Comment:

note, reflection, remark, analysis, commentary, exposition, play-by-play, allow, editorialize, observe, opine, reflect, weigh in

Related Words for Comment

aside, obiter dictum, annotation, belief, conviction, eye, feeling, judgment, mind, notion, persuasion, sentiment, verdict, view, advice, input, explication, descant, observation, report, review, write-up, commentate, articulate, express, say, speak, state, talk, tell

Word Forms of Comment

Inflections: commented, commenting, comments

Origin & Etymology of Comment

Middle English, from Late Latin commentum, from Latin, invention, from neuter of commentus, past participle of comminisci to invent, from com- + -minisci (akin to ment-, mens mind) mind

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Comment

Frequently Asked Questions about Comment

What does "Comment" mean?

"Comment" means commentary. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: commentary. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Comment"?

Other words for "Comment" include note, reflection, remark, analysis, commentary, exposition, play-by-play and allow. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Comment" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Comment"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Comment". Common alternatives include note, reflection, remark, analysis, commentary, exposition, play-by-play, allow, editorialize and observe.

How do you use "Comment" in a sentence?

Examples of "Comment" in a sentence: "just ate the food without offering even a single comment"; "the pundit's comments on the political events of the previous week were astute as usual"; "commenting on recent developments in the Middle East".

Is "Comment" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Comment" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Comment" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Comment" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Comment"?

"Comment" is pronounced /ˈkä-ˌment/ and divided into syllables as com·ment.

What is the origin of the word "Comment"?

"Comment" comes from Middle English, from Late Latin commentum, from Latin, invention, from neuter of commentus, past participle of comminisci to invent, from com- + -minisci (akin to ment-, mens mind) mind. First known use: 14th century.