zoilism
1Zoilism — o i*lism, n. Resemblance to Zoilus in style or manner; carping criticism; detraction. [1913 Webster] Bring candid eyes the perusal of men s works, and let not Zoilism or detraction blast well intended labors. Sir T. Browne. [1913 Webster] …
2Zoilism — /zōˈi li zm/ noun Carping and unjust criticism Zoilˈean adjective Characteristic of Zoilus, a Greek grammarian who flourished in the time of Philip of Macedon, and criticized Homer with such asperity that his name became proverbial for a captious …
3Hypercriticism — Hy per*crit i*cism, n. Excessive criticism, or unjust severity or rigor of criticism; zoilism. [1913 Webster] …
4Zoilean — Zoilˈean adjective Characteristic of Zoilus, a Greek grammarian who flourished in the time of Philip of Macedon, and criticized Homer with such asperity that his name became proverbial for a captious and malignant critic • • • Main Entry:… …
5Zoilist — Zōˈilist noun A carping critic • • • Main Entry: ↑Zoilism …
