comment

[kom-ent] / ˈkɒm ɛnt /

NOUN

statement of opinion; explanation

Synonyms

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commentary criticism discussion judgment mention note observation opinion remark report review

STRONG

animadversion annotation backtalk buzz comeback crack dictum editorial elucidation exposition footnote gloss hearsay illustration input mouthful wisecrack

WEAK

obiter two cents' worth

Antonyms

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silence

VERB

make statement of opinion, explanation

Synonyms

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assert clarify conclude criticize disclose explain expound express mention note notice observe point out reflect say

STRONG

affirm animadvert annotate commentate construe elucidate explicate gloss illustrate interject interpose interpret opine pronounce remark state

WEAK

bring out pass on touch upon

Antonyms

STRONGEST

confuse miss

STRONG

mystify obscure

WEAK

keep quiet refrain

Example Sentences

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A spokesperson for the San Bernardino Police Department could not be reached for comment.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

China’s Ministry of Defense and Civil Aviation authorities haven’t issued statements about the Notams, which isn’t unusual, and didn’t respond to requests for comment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The Pentagon and Palantir declined to comment on Maven's performance in the current war with Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The ship’s operator couldn’t be reached for comment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

I took it from her, deciding not to comment on the tears that were streaming down her face.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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