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criticizable

[ ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪzəbəl ]

Adjective

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in criticism

Capable of being criticized or judged negatively; open to criticism.

Synonyms

assailable, condemnable, critiquable.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
criticizable	Used when something or someone can be judged or criticized, typically in a more neutral or balanced manner. The movie's pacing is criticizable, but the performances are stellar The new policy is criticizable for its lack of attention to detail
critiquable	Used when something can be given a detailed and analytical evaluation, suggesting a more formal or structured criticism. The artist's latest work is critiquable through various lenses, including composition and technique This scientific paper is highly critiquable in terms of its methodology
assailable	Used when something or someone can be attacked or criticized, often implying vulnerability or weakness. Her argument was assailable due to the lack of supporting evidence The fortress was once thought to be impregnable, but new strategies revealed it was assailable
condemnable	Used when something or someone deserves strong disapproval or condemnation, typically carries a negative connotation. The actions of the corrupt official are condemnable Such behavior is morally condemnable and cannot be tolerated

Examples of usage

It is important to remember that all art is criticizable.
His work is criticizable, but it still has value.
She was not afraid of being criticizable for her controversial opinions.

Translations

Translations of the word "criticizable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 criticável

🇮🇳 आलोचनात्मक

🇩🇪 kritisierbar

🇮🇩 dapat dikritik

🇺🇦 критикований

🇵🇱 krytykowalny

🇯🇵 批判可能な

🇫🇷 critiquable

🇪🇸 criticable

🇹🇷 eleştirilebilir

🇰🇷 비판할 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للنقد

🇨🇿 kritizovatelný

🇸🇰 kritizovateľný

🇨🇳 可批评的

🇸🇮 kritizirati

🇮🇸 gagnrýniverður

🇰🇿 сынай алатын

🇬🇪 კრიტიკის ქვეშ

🇦🇿 tənqid oluna bilən

🇲🇽 criticable

Etymology

The word 'criticizable' is derived from the verb 'criticize', which comes from the French word 'critiquer' and the Latin word 'criticare'. The suffix '-able' is added to indicate that something can be subjected to criticism. The concept of criticism has been present in human societies for centuries, as people have always evaluated and judged the works and actions of others.