Criticise

Alternative forms

• criticize (US, Canada)

Origin

From Ancient Greek κριτικός (kritikos, "of or for judging, able to discern"), from κρίσις ("crisis").

Full definition of criticise

Verb

1. To evaluate (something), and judge its merits and faults
2. To find fault (with something)They criticised him for endangering people's lives.
• 2011, September 24, David Ornstein, Arsenal 3 - 0 Bolton, The Gunners boss has been heavily criticised for his side's poor start to the Premier League season but this result helps lift the pressure.

Related terms

• critic
• critical
• criticism
• critique
• scold