Assertion: criticism | /r/HasProperty | stated
Facets:
value: clearly
type: MANNER
Source sentences:
text: explicit (the criticism is clearly stated) or implicit (a criticism is implied by what is being said, but it is not stated openly).
text: Inversely, if the individuals are respected with a bit of humor, and due credit is given to their positive intentions as human beings, it is vastly more likely that the criticism will be understood, and taken seriously.