criticize
Translation
to criticise, to find fault with, to censure, to review
Examples
She criticized the author's new book.
She criticised the author's new book.
They criticized him for being lazy.
They criticised him for being lazy.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to express disapproval of (sb./sth.) She criticised the new policy.
((sb.)) ((for sth./-ing)) to express disapproval of (sb.) for (sth.) They criticised her for being late.
Similar Words
Synonyms: find fault with, censure, condemn; Antonyms: praise, commend, approve
Etymology
From Greek 'kritikos' (able to make judgments), from 'krites' (a judge). The '-ize' suffix forms a verb.
Memory Tips
Think of a movie 'critic' whose job is to 'criticize' films by pointing out their flaws and strengths.