As a lexical definition, the definition "'Seditious' means given to sedition" may be criticized as:
A) Failing to convey the essential meaning of the word being defined.
B) Being circular.
C) Being too broad.
D) Being ambiguous.
E) Being vague.

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The definition is circular because it uses the word being defined in its own definition. It does not provide any additional information or clarification about what sedition means.

As a Lexical Definition, the Definition "'Seditious' Means Given to Sedition