criticize
/ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4965 in the learning path
批评；指责
Definitions
v. express disapproval of someone or something
批评；指责
Example
Please don't criticize my cooking before you taste it.
请别还没尝就批评我的厨艺。
Many residents criticize the council for prioritizing road construction over improvements to public transport.
许多居民批评地方议会优先修建道路，而非改善公共交通。
Collocations
- strongly criticize
- criticize someone for something
- widely criticized
Word family
- criticism (n.)
- critic (n.)
- critical (adj.)
- critically (adv.)
Synonyms
- fault
- condemn
Antonyms
- praise
Usage tip
criticize sb for sth；英式也常拼作criticise。
FAQ
- What does criticize mean?
- express disapproval of someone or something
- How is criticize pronounced?
- UK /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/, US /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
