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criticized

 

[ ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing disapproval

Criticized is the past tense of criticize, which refers to the act of expressing disapproval or pointing out faults in someone or something. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal settings and can pertain to a wide range of subjects, including literature, art, behavior, and performance. While criticism can sometimes be constructive, aimed at helping someone improve, it can also be negative, focusing solely on the flaws without providing helpful feedback. Overall, criticized carries a connotation of judgment and evaluation.

Synonyms

condemned, denounced, disparaged, reproached

Examples of usage

  • The reviewers criticized the film harshly.
  • She was criticized for her management style.
  • The book was criticized for its lack of depth.
  • He felt criticized for his opinions during the debate.

Translations

Translations of the word "criticized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 criticado

🇮🇳 आलोचना की

🇩🇪 kritisiert

🇮🇩 dikritik

🇺🇦 критикований

🇵🇱 skrytykowany

🇯🇵 批判された

🇫🇷 critiqué

🇪🇸 criticado

🇹🇷 eleştirildi

🇰🇷 비판받은

🇸🇦 نُقِدَ

🇨🇿 kritizován

🇸🇰 kritizovaný

🇨🇳 被批评

🇸🇮 kritiziran

🇮🇸 gagnrýndur

🇰🇿 сыналған

🇬🇪 კრიტიკულ

🇦🇿 tənqid olunmuş

🇲🇽 criticado

Etymology

The word 'criticized' traces its origins to the Greek word 'kritikos', which means 'able to make judgments'. This was translated to Latin as 'criticus', relating to discernment and judgment. The term entered the English language in the late 16th century. Originally, it maintained a neutral tone, simply referring to the act of judging. However, over time, the word took on a more negative connotation, especially with the rise of critical theory and literary criticism in the 19th and 20th centuries. It became associated with the act of finding fault or offering negative remarks more than providing constructive input. This evolution reflects broader societal changes in how we view critiques and the inherent subjectivity in the process of evaluation.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,167 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.