Definition
a criticism: a reproach, a critique, a complaint, a negative comment
to criticize (US), to criticise (UK): to reproach, to critique, to complain, to make a negative comment
- "As many of you know, I don't reply to emails criticising the food available in the canteen."
- "Johns, who has been widely criticised for wasting money on the album, responded to critics yesterday, saying: "You're just jealous because you can't afford to have the Queen of England rap on one of your songs."
- "Bruno assures me that Fiona's presence in our offices is more of a gesture of good faith towards the investors than a criticism of our work habits."
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