criticize

[US]/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/
[UK]/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. & vi. comment on, point out flaws or faults in.

Example Sentences

be forward to criticize others

I often criticize myself.

criticize sb. for doing sth.

To rebuke or criticize harshly or abusively;berate.

sentenced the murderer to life in prison. See also Synonyms at criticize

criticized the supervisor to her face.

The plan was criticized for its lack of rationale.

He particularly criticized the terminology in the document.

the opposition criticized the government's failure to consult adequately.

technicians were criticized for defective workmanship.

however you look at it, you can't criticize that.

a lecturer who had openly criticized the government.

I will not make so bold as to criticize such a distinguished scholar.

People criticize television, but for children it’s a mine of information.

criticized the candidate for not looking presidential.

Would you like to read and criticize my new book?

She was criticized for her lack of leadership.

She was criticized for being late.

The reviewer roundly criticized the novel.

Real-world Examples

The decision has been criticized by many as political.

Source: BBC Listening Compilation June 2020

I smiled to show her I wasn't criticizing.

Source: Past exam papers for the English major level 4 reading section.

Maybe you're getting criticized constantly, never praised.

Source: Listening Digest

The case was widely criticized around the world.

Source: NPR News January 2013 Compilation

This isn't really what my wife is trying to criticize me about.

Source: CET-6 Listening Past Exam Questions (with Translations)

Right and left have much cause to criticize government.

Source: Modern University English Intensive Reading (2nd Edition) Volume 4

If we do nothing, we'll be criticized for doing nothing.

Source: CNN 10 Student English February 2019 Compilation

The attack has been criticized by national and international leaders.

Source: VOA Special March 2016 Collection

Teachers and librarians have been criticized a lot in 2023.

Source: VOA Slow English - America

So why do people criticize greenwashing?

Source: Wall Street Journal

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