criticize

US /ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪz/

UK /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

B1

verb

  • To assess the work of others
  • To say that someone or something is bad
  • To express disapproval of someone or something, especially based on perceived faults or mistakes.

other

  • Express disapproval of (someone or something).
  • Indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way.
  • To express disapproval of someone or something.
  • To analyze and point out faults in something.
  • To express disapproval of someone or something.
  • To analyze and judge the merits and faults of a literary or artistic work.