Review Definition

review
noun
  1. a new appraisal or evaluation
  2. an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play)
  3. a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment
  4. (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data
  5. a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians
  6. a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art
  7. a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion
  8. (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court)
  9. practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory
  10. a formal or official examination; "the platoon stood ready for review"; "we had to wait for the inspection before we could use the elevator"
verb
  1. look at again; examine again; "let's review your situation"
  2. appraise critically; "She reviews books for the New York Times"; "Please critique this performance"
  3. hold a review (of troops)
  4. refresh one's memory; "I reviewed the material before the test"
  5. look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember; "she reviewed her achievements with pride"

"Review" in song lyrics

See how review is used in real songs:

  • "Prolong the sequal for your review"
    Brick City Kids (The Artifacts) — Brick City Kids
  • "My style's old skool like the new school review"
    Black Sheep — Gotta Get Up
  • "You catch two thumbs down like a Matty Rich movie review"
    Chino XL — Partner To Swing

Words that rhyme with review

Usage tips for "review"

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