a criticism or interpretation, often by implication or suggestion: The play is a comment on modern society. a note in explanation, expansion, or criticism of a passage in a book, article, or the like; A comment is something that you say which expresses your opinion of something or which gives an explanation of it. He made his comments at a news conference in Amsterdam. I was wondering whether you had any comments about that? There's been no comment so far from police about the allegations. To make a comment; remark. 2. To serve as a judgmental commentary: Her demise comments on [the Upper East Side's] entire way of life (Mark Muro). To make comments on; annotate. The meaning of COMMENT is commentary. How to use comment in a sentence. (transitive, software, of code) To comment out (code); to disable by converting into a comment. COMMENT definition: 1. something that you say or write that expresses your opinion: 2. used to say that you do not…. Learn more. COMMENT meaning: 1. something that you say or write that expresses your opinion: 2. used to say that you do not…. Learn more. To comment is to state your opinion or make a remark on something. Of course, it's good to know when to hold your tongue. Comment on the latest movie? No problem. Comment on the annoying airport security measures while having your baggage checked? Better not. Synonyms for COMMENT: remark, note, reflection, view, commentary, analysis, mind, aside, exposition, sentiment COMMENT definition: a remark, observation, or criticism. See examples of comment used in a sentence.