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Meaning & Definition of Criticize in English

English

Criticize

/krɪtɪsaɪz/

verb

1. Find fault with

  • Express criticism of
  • Point out real or perceived flaws
  • "The paper criticized the new movie"
  • "Don't knock the food--it's free"
synonym:
  • knock,
  • criticize,
  • criticise,
  • pick apart

2. Act as a critic

  • "Those who criticize others often are not perfect, either"
synonym:
  • criticize,
  • criticise

Examples of using

I didn't criticize him.
As a general rule, it's simple to criticize, but difficult to produce alternative suggestions.
In Japan we may criticize the government freely.