Panned Meaning in English
word · lemma: pan
Definition
When something is 'panned,' it means it was given very bad or harsh criticism, especially in public reviews, such as movies, books, or performances.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for negative reviews of movies, art, or performances. Formal and journalistic; not slang. Often followed by 'by critics'. Do not confuse with 'praised' (positive). Can also be used as 'pan' (verb).
Example Sentences
The new movie was panned by critics for its poor storyline.
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His first novel was panned when it was published.
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The play was panned for its bad acting.
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The restaurant got panned online after several bad reviews appeared last week.
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Even though the film was panned, it became popular years later.
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That album was totally panned—nobody had a good word to say about it.
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