Kritisierter
Translation
criticized
Examples
Der oft kritisierte Film war ein Erfolg.
The often criticized film was a success.
Ein viel kritisierter Vorschlag wurde angenommen.
A much-criticized proposal was accepted.
Grammar Patterns
((as a past participle adjective)) criticized... Der kritisierte Autor verteidigte sein Werk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bemängelt (faulted), getadelt (reprimanded); Antonyms: gelobt (praised), gepriesen (lauded)
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'kritisieren' (to criticize), used as an adjective. The '-t' ending indicates the past participle.
Memory Tips
Imagine something that has *received* criticism. The action of 'kritisieren' has been done *to* it.