Word: Feedback

Pronunciation

/ˈfiːdbæk/

Definitions

• Noun: Information about how well, effectively, or satisfactorily something has been done; especially when used to make improvements. E.g.: “The company collected feedback from customers to improve its products.”

  • In a technical context, it can also refer to the return of part of the output signal in a circuit or system back to the input, which can affect the output itself.

• Verb: To provide such information, typically to someone in order to help them evaluate or improve their performance or product. E.g.: “Managers should regularly feedback progress reports to the team.”

Phrases

• “Give feedback”: To offer one’s opinion or evaluation on something.
• “Feedback loop”: A process where the output of a system influences its input, creating a continuous cycle of improvement or adjustment.
• “Request feedback”: Asking for others’ opinions or evaluations on your work or performance.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Your constructive feedback was instrumental in refining our project.”
• Verb: “I will feedback my thoughts on your presentation after the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Critique
• Comments
• Input
• Review
• Evaluation
• Suggestions
• Remarks
• Opinions
• Appraisal