criticizing

Definitions

The act of expressing disapproval or pointing out the faults or shortcomings of someone or something.

The process of analyzing and evaluating the merits and flaws of a work of art, literature, or performance.

Examples

She spent the entire afternoon criticizing his poor choice of words.

The manager was criticized for criticizing her employees in front of the entire team.

Instead of constantly criticizing your peers, you should try offering constructive feedback.

Synonyms

condemning censuring reproaching rebuking chiding denouncing faultfinding

Antonyms

praising commending lauding approving applauding complimenting extolling