feedback

noun  B2
Plain meaning

comments that tell you what you did well and what you need to improve

Exam-register meaning

evaluative comments provided to improve performance, output, or decision-making

In context
generalMy trainer gave me useful feedback on my essay.
examConstructive feedback can improve student performance more effectively than grades alone.
Common collocations
constructive feedbackdetailed feedbackgive feedback
Watch out
Feedback is usually uncountable. Say 'some feedback' or 'pieces of feedback', not 'feedbacks'.
Word family
feedback (noun)feed back (phrasal verb)
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