Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fisk

verb
/fɪsk/
Definition
To criticise or dissect something, often used in the context of literature or writing.
Examples
  • After reading the article, she decided to fisk the author’s arguments thoroughly.
  • The professor encouraged his students to fisk the provided texts during the workshop.
Meaning
The act of analyzing and critiquing a piece of work, usually in a detailed and often sharp manner.
Synonyms
  • criticize
  • analyze
  • dissect
  • evaluate
  • review