criticize
/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/
find fault with
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- 1.
To point out the faults of someone or something.
"She criticized the plan as too risky."
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She criticized the plan as too risky.
She criticized the plan as too risky.
Don't criticize others without listening first.
Don't criticize others without listening first.
He criticized himself harshly after the loss.
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How do you pronounce criticize?
criticize is pronounced [/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does criticize mean?
criticize means "find fault with". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is criticize?
criticize is a Intermediate-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with criticize?
Example: "She criticized the plan as too risky." — used to mean "find fault with".
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