criticize criticize /ˈkrɪtɪˌsaɪz/

verb

1. () Find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws  ( knock [Informal] , pick apart , criticise [British] , criticize )
   find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
    The paper criticized the new movie
   The paper criticized the new movie
    Don't knock the food--it's free
   Don't knock the food--it's free
   
2. Act as a critic  ( criticise [British] , criticize )
   act as a critic
    Those who criticize others often are not perfect, either
   Those who criticize others often are not perfect, either