criticize
gb/kɹˈɪtɪsˌaɪz/ us/kɹˈɪtɪsˌaɪz/
B1
Ingles
~ 3300
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
Pandiwa
B1
action
1
Express disapproval by noting faults
To say what you think is wrong or bad about someone or something.
Padron ng paggamit:
to criticize [someone/something] for [something]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes confuse 'criticize' with 'critique'. 'Critique' is often a more formal or neutral evaluation, while 'criticize' usually implies disapproval.
Mga kasingkahulugan
condemn (Stronger and more formal, often implying moral judgment.)
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censure (Formal and official expression of disapproval, often in politics or governance.)
Mga kasalungat
praise (To express approval or admiration, the opposite of pointing out faults.)
Mga kolokasyon
harshly criticize
|publicly criticize
|openly criticize
|criticize strongly
|criticize unfairly
Mga tema
communication
|emotions
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- The manager criticized the team for missing the deadline.
- She was criticized in the press for her comments.
- Many people criticized the decision as unfair.
- The teacher criticized his handwriting.
- They criticized the government for its handling of the crisis.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- My boss criticized my report.
- He criticized me for being late.
- She criticized the movie.
- The coach criticized the players.
- They criticized the plan.
Pandiwa
B2
action
2
Evaluate merits and faults
To talk about what is good and bad about something, such as a book, film, or idea.
Padron ng paggamit:
to criticize [something] as [adjective]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners may only use 'criticize' negatively; in academic contexts it can also mean balanced evaluation.
Mga kasingkahulugan
evaluate (Neutral assessment without necessarily implying disapproval.)
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review (Often used for published evaluations of artistic works.)
Mga kasalungat
applaud (To express strong approval, focusing on merits rather than faults.)
Mga kolokasyon
constructively criticize
|critically criticize
|criticize objectively
Mga tema
arts
|education
|communication
|arts_entertainment
Mga Halimbawa
- The professor asked us to criticize the article in our essays.
- She criticized the painting for its lack of depth but praised its colors.
- In his speech, he criticized the proposal's weaknesses while acknowledging its benefits.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- We had to criticize the story in class.
- He criticized the plan but said some parts were good.
- She criticized the idea in her report.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
criticize
IPA
GB/kɹˈɪtɪsˌaɪz/
US/kɹˈɪtɪsˌaɪz/
Mga pantig at diin
cri - ti - cize (3 pantig)
Stress on 1st syllable (cri)
Mga anyo ng salita
Verb
- Base: criticize
- 3rd Person Singular: criticizes
- Present Participle: criticizing
- Past: criticized
Mga kaugnay na salita
Forms
criticizes
verb
criticizing
verb
criticized
verb
Related words
critically
adverb B2
critique
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
uncritical
adjective
Mga ekspresyon
open to criticism
1/ˈoʊpən tə kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
Vulnerable to disapproval or fault-finding
In a situation where people may say what you did wrong.
Mga Halimbawa
- By making that decision, he is open to criticism from the public.
- Any bold policy will be open to criticism.
harsh criticism
1/hˈɑɹʃ kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
Severe negative judgment
Very strong and often unkind words about someone or something they did.
Mga Halimbawa
- The film received harsh criticism from reviewers.
- The movie received harsh criticism from reviewers.
- Her speech drew harsh criticism from opponents.
- She gave him harsh criticism about his report.
constructive criticism
1/kənstɹˈʌktɪv kɹˈɪtɪsˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
helpful criticism meant to improve
Comments that point out problems but are meant to help someone get better, not to hurt them.
Mga Halimbawa
- She appreciated the constructive criticism from her teacher.
- She welcomed constructive criticism from her colleagues.
- I appreciate constructive criticism because it helps me grow.
- Constructive criticism can help you grow in your career.
- Good teachers give constructive criticism to help students improve.
- Teachers should give constructive criticism instead of only saying what is wrong.