Commentary Definition & Meaning

commentary
noun
  1. a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material; "he wrote an extended comment on the proposal"

"Commentary" in song lyrics

See how commentary is used in real songs:

  • "Yeah , I heard that money talks so I wrote this commentary"
    Flipmode Squad — Money Talks
  • "My adversaries wanna disrespect my commentary"
    K-Rino — I Got Stripes
  • "Killin' 'em with commentary"
    MURS f/ Supreme — Ups & Downs

Usage tips for "commentary"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "commentary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for commentary to find words that pair well.

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