Criticize
verb
To find fault with or point out the faults of someone or something.
My boss never misses an opportunity to criticize my work.
Often appears as...
- criticize someone for
- criticize work
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Disapproving
verb
To give an opinion or judgment about a piece of work, book, film, etc.
Critics praised the movie, although some criticized the plot as being predictable.
Often appears as...
- criticize for
- criticize as
verb
To express disapproval or disagreement with a policy or action.
Many people criticized the government's handling of the situation.
Often appears as...
- criticize for
- criticize handling
Usage tips
Disapproving
verb
To find fault with or point out the faults of someone or something.
My boss never misses an opportunity to criticize my work.
Often appears as...
- criticize someone for
- criticize work
Usage tips
Disapproving
verb
To give an opinion or judgment about a piece of work, book, film, etc.
Critics praised the movie, although some criticized the plot as being predictable.
Often appears as...
- criticize for
- criticize as
verb
To express disapproval or disagreement with a policy or action.
Many people criticized the government's handling of the situation.
Often appears as...
- criticize for
- criticize handling
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Using 'criticize' often implies negativity. Be mindful it can sound harsh or unfair.
He was upset when his partner criticized his cooking.
Pro Tip 2/3Constructive Feedback
To soften 'criticize,' suggest improvements or mention positives alongside negatives.
She criticized my essay but offered helpful tips to improve it.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Personal Attacks
'Criticize' should target actions or work, not the person. Personal criticism can offend.
My coach criticized my technique, not my dedication.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Using 'criticize' often implies negativity. Be mindful it can sound harsh or unfair.
He was upset when his partner criticized his cooking.
Pro Tip 2/3Constructive Feedback
To soften 'criticize,' suggest improvements or mention positives alongside negatives.
She criticized my essay but offered helpful tips to improve it.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Personal Attacks
'Criticize' should target actions or work, not the person. Personal criticism can offend.
My coach criticized my technique, not my dedication.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Using 'criticize' often implies negativity. Be mindful it can sound harsh or unfair.
He was upset when his partner criticized his cooking.
Pro Tip 2/3Constructive Feedback
To soften 'criticize,' suggest improvements or mention positives alongside negatives.
She criticized my essay but offered helpful tips to improve it.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Personal Attacks
'Criticize' should target actions or work, not the person. Personal criticism can offend.
My coach criticized my technique, not my dedication.
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Would you sacrifice one...
"Trolleyology" has been criticized by some philosophers and psychologists. They argue that it doesn't reveal anything because its premise is so unrealistic that study participants don't take it seriously. But new technology is making this kind of ethical analysis more important than ever.
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History 101: The...
was the ultimate spiritual authority. Plus, he criticized the Church for selling indulgences, the practice of purchasing forgiveness of one's sins by giving money to the Church. Luther believed the Church needed to revise its doctrine by returning to the Bible's teachings
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What "Orwellian" really...
than whatever it is they're criticizing. Words have the power to shape thought. Language is the currency of politics, forming the basis of society from the most common, everyday interactions to the highest ideals. Orwell urged us to protect our language
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An ode to the millennial...
online without having to leave our house and yeah we have apps to order pizza we keep complaining about this world but who's going to change it I mean you keep criticizing my generation forgetting who raised it you either accept us or you reject us
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The history of the Cuban...
The crisis was now over. While criticized at the time by their respective governments for bargaining with the enemy, contemporary historical analysis shows great admiration for Kennedy's and Khrushchev's ability to diplomatically solve the crisis.
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The difference between...
One word of profanity, and you are out of here for the day. If I see it in a game, you're going to come out and sit on the bench. And the third one was, never criticize a teammate. I didn't want that. I used to tell them I was paid to do that.
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An Art Made of Trust,...
You have to make the change on yourself. Because the only way to change consciousness and to change the world around us, is to start with yourself. It's so easy to criticize how it's different, the things in the world and they're not right,
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The philosophy of...
meaning people who criticized others without having anything worthwhile to say. This usage eventually laid the groundwork for the modern meaning of the word “cynic:" a person who thinks everyone else is acting out of pure self-interest,
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How economic inequality...
threats to self-esteem or social status in which others can negatively judge your performance. Those kind of stresses have a very particular effect on the physiology of stress. Now we have been criticized.
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What adults can learn...
that we should abolish this age-discriminatory word, when it comes to criticizing behavior associated with irresponsibility and irrational thinking.
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Would you sacrifice one...
"Trolleyology" has been criticized by some philosophers and psychologists. They argue that it doesn't reveal anything because its premise is so unrealistic that study participants don't take it seriously. But new technology is making this kind of ethical analysis more important than ever.
Video examples
History 101: The...
was the ultimate spiritual authority. Plus, he criticized the Church for selling indulgences, the practice of purchasing forgiveness of one's sins by giving money to the Church. Luther believed the Church needed to revise its doctrine by returning to the Bible's teachings
Video examples
What "Orwellian" really...
than whatever it is they're criticizing. Words have the power to shape thought. Language is the currency of politics, forming the basis of society from the most common, everyday interactions to the highest ideals. Orwell urged us to protect our language
Video examples
An ode to the millennial...
online without having to leave our house and yeah we have apps to order pizza we keep complaining about this world but who's going to change it I mean you keep criticizing my generation forgetting who raised it you either accept us or you reject us
Video examples
The history of the Cuban...
The crisis was now over. While criticized at the time by their respective governments for bargaining with the enemy, contemporary historical analysis shows great admiration for Kennedy's and Khrushchev's ability to diplomatically solve the crisis.
Video examples
The difference between...
One word of profanity, and you are out of here for the day. If I see it in a game, you're going to come out and sit on the bench. And the third one was, never criticize a teammate. I didn't want that. I used to tell them I was paid to do that.
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An Art Made of Trust,...
You have to make the change on yourself. Because the only way to change consciousness and to change the world around us, is to start with yourself. It's so easy to criticize how it's different, the things in the world and they're not right,
Video examples
The philosophy of...
meaning people who criticized others without having anything worthwhile to say. This usage eventually laid the groundwork for the modern meaning of the word “cynic:" a person who thinks everyone else is acting out of pure self-interest,
Video examples
How economic inequality...
threats to self-esteem or social status in which others can negatively judge your performance. Those kind of stresses have a very particular effect on the physiology of stress. Now we have been criticized.
Video examples
What adults can learn...
that we should abolish this age-discriminatory word, when it comes to criticizing behavior associated with irresponsibility and irrational thinking.
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William Arthur Ward
American Writer
Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.
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Floyd Mayweather, Jr.
American Boxer
People have said things about me, and wrote and criticized me about things in the past, but it goes in one ear and out the other.
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Oscar Wilde
Irish Poet
A critic should be taught to criticise a work of art without making any reference to the personality of the author.
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Juno Temple
English Actress
If people want to criticize a performance, that I understand. I think that's important.
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Bill Gates
American Businessman
Corruption is one of the most common reasons I hear in views that criticize aid.
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Alice Walker
American Author
I prefer to praise people and the world rather than criticize them and it.
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Lucinda Williams
American Musician
You can't really praise somebody's work and then criticize the process.
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Bad Bunny
Puerto Rican Singer
The world can criticize me, but l can always criticize it back.
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Abraham Lincoln
American President
He has a right to criticize, who has a heart to help.
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Gervinho
Ivorian Athlete
In life you will always be criticised.
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William Arthur Ward
American Writer
Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.
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Floyd Mayweather, Jr.
American Boxer
People have said things about me, and wrote and criticized me about things in the past, but it goes in one ear and out the other.
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Oscar Wilde
Irish Poet
A critic should be taught to criticise a work of art without making any reference to the personality of the author.
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Juno Temple
English Actress
If people want to criticize a performance, that I understand. I think that's important.
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Bill Gates
American Businessman
Corruption is one of the most common reasons I hear in views that criticize aid.
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Alice Walker
American Author
I prefer to praise people and the world rather than criticize them and it.
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Lucinda Williams
American Musician
You can't really praise somebody's work and then criticize the process.
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Bad Bunny
Puerto Rican Singer
The world can criticize me, but l can always criticize it back.
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Abraham Lincoln
American President
He has a right to criticize, who has a heart to help.
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Gervinho
Ivorian Athlete
In life you will always be criticised.
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