wordpress_delete_comment
wordpress_delete_commentRemove a WordPress comment using its ID, with an option to force deletion even if it has replies.
Instructions
Delete a comment
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| commentId | Yes | ||
| force | Yes |
wordpress_delete_commentRemove a WordPress comment using its ID, with an option to force deletion even if it has replies.
Delete a comment
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| commentId | Yes | ||
| force | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.0.0Input schema / $schemaAdded value: +"http://json-schema.org/draft-07/schema#"Input schema / additionalPropertiesAdded value: +falseDoes the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. 'Delete a comment' implies destructive action but does not clarify whether deletion is permanent, moves to trash, or what the 'force' parameter does. It also omits permission requirements and any cascading effects.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single short sentence, making it concise and front-loaded. However, it is so sparse that it borders on under-specification rather than effective conciseness; it conveys minimal information but does not waste words.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the simple tool signature, the description is not complete enough. It omits crucial details about the 'force' parameter, return values, and whether the delete is soft or hard. This is particularly problematic because there are no annotations or output schema to fill the gaps.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description adds no explanation of the two required parameters. The parameter names (commentId, force) give some hint, but the semantics of 'force' remain ambiguous, and the description does not compensate for the lack of schema documentation.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description 'Delete a comment' uses a clear verb and resource, and it distinguishes from sibling tools like get_comments, create_comment, and update_comment by indicating the delete operation. However, it lacks any additional context such as scope or conditions, so it is slightly below a top score.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
There is no guidance on when to use this tool instead of alternatives, nor any mention of prerequisites or exclusions. The description simply states the action, leaving the agent to infer when deletion is appropriate.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.