Synonyms for

Criticizing

Verb / ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪzɪŋ / Another word for criticizing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To express disapproval or judgement of someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

criticise knock criticize praise pickapart condemning censuring disapproving attacking blaming faultfinding knocking panning slamming slating denouncing disparaging deprecating belittling deriding mocking ridiculing taunting insulting

Synonyms by register

Formal

evaluating assessing analyzing judging

Informal

bashing slagging putting down picking apart

Literary

censuring denouncing reproving

Antonyms

praising approving commending lauding endorsing supporting encouraging

Common collocations

  • harshly criticizing
  • publicly criticizing
  • unfairly criticizing
  • criticizing the government
  • criticizing the decision
  • criticizing the performance
  • criticizing the plan

Word family

noun criticism
verb criticize
adjective critical
adverb critically

Usage note

Criticizing often implies finding fault, and can carry a negative connotation. Ensure the context justifies the negative judgment.

Example sentences

  1. She kept criticizing the new teacher, even though she barely knew her.
  2. He didnt like the way his boss was criticizing his work.
  3. The movie critic was harshly criticizing the latest blockbuster film.
  4. The politician was criticized for criticizing the governments response to the pandemic.
  5. She was constantly criticizing her sisters fashion choices.

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