Commentary is a broad term that encompasses many different forms of written expression. An ARTICLE is a piece of writing that is typically published in a newspaper, magazine, or journal and is usually longer than other forms of writing. EXPOSITION is a type of writing that explains or describes a particular topic in detail. INTERPRETATION is the act of explaining the meaning of something, often in the form of an opinion. REMARK and remarks are both words used to describe a COMMENT or statement made about something. COMMENT is another word for a statement or opinion about something. EXPLANATION is a type of writing that clarifies or makes something easier to understand. GLOSS is a brief EXPLANATION of a word or phrase. NOTE and NOTES are both words used to describe a short written message. DESCRIPTION is a type of writing that provides details about a person, place, or thing. CRITIQUE and CRITICISM are both words used to describe an evaluation or assessment of something. DISCOURSE is a type of writing that is focused on a particular topic and often includes opinions and arguments. ANNOTATION is a type of writing that provides additional information about a text or document. COLOR is a type of writing that adds emotion or feeling to a text.