criticise

Meanings

• Verb

  Express disapproval of or argue against (a theory, action, or method, typically publicly)

  - "The professor criticised the student's answer in class."
  - "The new policy was criticised by many employees."
  - "The novel was criticised for its graphic violence."

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Synonyms

appraise , censure , judge , censure , pick at

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with criticise
prize , surprise , compromise , applause , advise

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Variants

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criticise , criticised , criticises , criticising , criticize

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Forms

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criticised, criticising, criticized, criticizing

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Etymology

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From Old French critiquer, from Latin critica, from Greek kritikos, from kritos (judged, selected).

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Trivia

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1. The term 'criticise' comes from the Greek word 'kritikos', which means 'judged' or 'selected'.

2. The first recorded use of the word 'criticise' in English was in the 15th century.

3. The word 'criticise' is often used interchangeably with the word 'critique'.

4. In some cultures, it is considered impolite or rude to criticise someone directly.

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Related Concepts

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1. Criticism: The act of offering an analysis or assessment of a work or performance, typically unfavourable.

2. Critic: A person who offers analyses, assessments, or reviews of a work or performance, especially in the arts or sciences.

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Culture

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In literature and art, 'criticise' is often used to describe the act of evaluating and analyzing the merits and flaws of a work. In music, it refers to a musical analysis and evaluation. In everyday life, it is used to express disapproval or disagreement with someone's actions or ideas.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Criticise: I Seek' to remember the meaning of the word. 'Criticise' stands for 'Critic I Seek'.

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