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feedback

When used as a noun meaning "information for improvement," feedback is an uncountable noun. This means you should not say "feedbacks"; instead, use "some feedback" or "a piece of feedback. As a verb, using "feedback" to mean "to report back" is common in business and professional settings, but some traditional grammar guides prefer the phrase "give feedback" instead.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is at his office while Leo is in his bedroom playing games.

David Smith

Leo, give me some feedback on my new LinkedIn headshot. Is it 'on point'?

Leo Smith

it is mid. you look like a npc.

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David attempts to use youth slang ('on point') while asking for a professional critique (feedback). Leo responds with 'mid' (mediocre/boring) and 'NPC' (non-player character), implying his father lacks individuality, showcasing the generational gap and Leo's gamer persona.

Meanings

noun

Information about reactions to a product, a person's performance of a task, etc., used as a basis for improvement.

"We welcome constructive feedback from our customers to help improve the service."

noun

A high-pitched noise caused by a sound loop between an audio input and output.

"The speaker emitted a piercing shriek of feedback when the microphone got too close."

verb (transitive)

To provide information or a reaction to someone regarding their performance or a process.

"The manager will feedback the results of the review to the employees tomorrow."

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