review
review Lexical Profile
review Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A formal assessment or examination of something with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.
"The committee is conducting a comprehensive review of the company's safety procedures."
A critical appraisal of a book, play, movie, exhibition, or commercial product published in a newspaper, magazine, or online platform.
"Her debut novel received a glowing review in the Sunday literary supplement."
A retrospective survey or report on past events, OR the act of going over studied material again in preparation for an examination.
"The teacher dedicated the final class session to a thorough review of the semester's key topics."
A ceremonial display and formal inspection of military or naval forces by a commander or head of state.
"The monarch attended the naval review to inspect the assembled fleet."
• verb
To examine or assess something formally with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.
"Management will review your application and contact you by the end of the week."
To write or publish a critical appraisal of a book, play, movie, exhibition, or product.
"She was hired by the magazine to review newly opened restaurants across the city."
To view or look back over past events, or to study material again in preparation for a test.
"Students should review their lecture notes carefully before the final examination."
• Rhymes for review
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French 'revue' (a viewing again or military inspection), from the verb 'revoir' (to see again), ultimately derived from Latin 'revidere', combining 're-' (again) and 'videre' (to see).