noun

crit

kriht

Crit (noun) means informal short form of "criticism" or "critique," especially in creative or academic settings. Example: “The art students gathered for a group crit of each other's work.”

noun

Informal short form of "criticism" or "critique," especially in creative or academic settings.

"The art students gathered for a group crit of each other's work."

In games, short for a "critical hit" — an attack that does extra damage.

"She landed a crit and finished off the boss."

How to use crit

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishShorthand for a critique/criticism session, or (in gaming) a lucky extra-damage hit.

When to use it

Informal in both senses.

Word forms

crit past tense, critted past tense, crits plural, crits singular

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Etymology

A shortened form of "criticism," "critique," or "critical hit," depending on context.

Rhymes for crit

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Frequently asked questions

What does “crit” mean?

The word “crit” means informal short form of "criticism" or "critique," especially in creative or academic settings. In plain terms, shorthand for a critique/criticism session, or (in gaming) a lucky extra-damage hit.

How do you pronounce “crit”?

“Crit” is pronounced kriht (/kɹɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “crit” in a sentence?

Here is “crit” used in a sentence: “The art students gathered for a group crit of each other's work.”

What part of speech is “crit”?

“Crit” is a noun.

How many meanings does “crit” have?

“Crit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal short form of "criticism" or "critique," especially in creative or academic settings.