👉 In linguistics and other fields of study, a commentary is an analysis or interpretation of a text by someone who has studied it extensively. It often involves analyzing the author's arguments, writing style, and use of language to provide commentary on the meaning, tone, and purpose behind the text. Commentaries are used to help readers understand complex ideas better, offer insights into the author's perspective, and challenge assumptions or biases. Commentary can be found in a variety of contexts, such as literature