Zoilism

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From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]:

  Zoilism \Zo"i*lism\, n.
     Resemblance to Zoilus in style or manner; carping criticism;
     detraction.
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           Bring candid eyes the perusal of men's works, and let


           not Zoilism or detraction blast well-intended labors.
                                                    --Sir T.
                                                    Browne.
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