criticize
/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/
verbcrit · i · cize
Think: a CRITIC uses wise eyes—crit-ic-IZE (ends with -ize like “realize”).
Yes, it's criticize. Remember the ending is **-cize** (not -size): criti + cize.
Definition
- verbto point out faults or problems in someone or something; to judge something by discussing what is good and bad about it
Examples
- “It’s easy to criticize a plan, but harder to suggest a better one.”
- “The coach didn’t criticize Maya’s effort—only her footwork.”
- “Before you criticize the article, read the sources it cites.”
Synonyms
judgeevaluatefaultcondemnreview
Antonyms
praisecommend
Translations
ES criticarPT criticarFR critiquer
Common misspellings
critisizecritacizecritizecriticisecriticizeecritcize
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