criticisms

NOUN

interpretation, analysis

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assessment comment critique judgment opinion review

STRONG

appraisal appreciation commentary elucidation essay estimate evaluation examination exposition notice observation pan rating rave scorcher sideswipe study

WEAK

reviewal sleighride write-up

Antonyms

STRONG

heedlessness neglect

WEAK

approval compliment estimation guess praise supposition

NOUN

verbal disapproval

Synonyms

STRONGEST

denunciation objection

STRONG

animadversion aspersion blast brickbats carping cavil censure cut disparagement faultfinding flak hit knock opprobrium pan quibble reproof roast slam slap static stricture swipe vitriol zapper

WEAK

Bronx cheer bad press call down caviling critical remarks nit-picking panning put down rap on knuckles slap on wrist

Antonyms

STRONG

approval compliment flattery praise sanction

WEAK

estimation guess supposition

Example Sentences

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President Trump publicly praised Citigroup and CEO Jane Fraser on social media, a contrast to his past criticisms of other major banks.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The retailer has not addressed the allegations in the documentary, or the criticisms for its exclusive sizing.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

In an interview with The Times, Delrahim responded to concerns and criticisms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

There are criticisms that go beyond crowding and safety.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Although I would not take back my criticisms, I could say that he had made a genuine and indispensable contribution to the peace process.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela