scathing

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Scathing' is a strong word that refers to harsh criticism or disapproval. If your boss gave you a scathing review, they’d be extremely unhappy with your work.

Examples in Different Contexts

In software testing, 'scathing' reviews can be beneficial in early stages. A quality analyst might report, 'The scathing feedback from beta testers helped us address core issues before the official release.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

I read an article criticizing our latest product launch, the concerns raised about its pricing do have some weight to them.

Response:

Yes, we can't dismiss those scathing reviews about our pricing. Let's work out a plan to tackle this issue effectively.

Tech

Scenario:

Users aren't responding well to the latest software update. We might need to reconsider the decision to remove certain popular features.

Response:

Indeed, the scathing feedback on the update is alarming. We need to re-implement the popular features and ensure user satisfaction.