B2noun 2K

Critic

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkrɪtɪk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkrɪtɪk/"]/

Meaning of Critic

a person who expresses opinions about the good and bad qualities of books, music, etc.

In simple words: A person who reviews or judges something, like a movie or a book.

Critic in a sentence

• The film critic gave the movie a glowing review, praising its storyline and performances.
• As a food critic, she travels to different cities to sample local cuisines and share her experiences.
• Many artists welcome feedback from a critic, as it can help them improve their work.
• Despite being a harsh critic, he always provides constructive feedback to help the artist grow.
• The critic's negative comments about the play sparked a heated debate among theatergoers.

How to use Critic

Used in contexts where evaluation or judgment is required. Commonly applied to arts, food, or performances. Avoid using when discussing personal opinions casually.

Grammar pattern

critic + object

Memory hint

Think of 'critique' — a critic is someone who gives a critique.

Related words

Collocations with Critic

• good
• great
• incisive
• hail something
• praise something
• rave
• bitter
• fierce
• harsh
• answer
• respond to
• defend yourself against
• accuse somebody
• argue something
• believe something
• critic of

Synonyms for Critic

• reviewer
• analyst
• examiner
• evaluator
• recensor

Opposites of Critic

• supporter
• advocate

Common mistakes with Critic

• Confused with 'criticize', which means to find fault.
• Using 'critic' when referring to a fan, which has a different meaning.
• Saying 'critique' when 'critic' is needed.

Frequently asked questions about Critic

What does Critic mean?

A person who reviews or judges something, like a movie or a book.

What is the definition of Critic?

a person who expresses opinions about the good and bad qualities of books, music, etc.

How do you use Critic in a sentence?

The film critic gave the movie a glowing review, praising its storyline and performances.

Can you give another example of Critic?

As a food critic, she travels to different cities to sample local cuisines and share her experiences.

What are synonyms for Critic?

Common alternatives include reviewer, analyst, examiner, evaluator, recensor.

What is the opposite of Critic?

Opposite meanings include supporter, advocate.

What words go with Critic?

It commonly pairs with good, great, incisive, hail something, praise something, rave, bitter, fierce, harsh, answer, respond to, defend yourself against, accuse somebody, argue something, believe something, critic of.

What are common mistakes when using Critic?

Confused with 'criticize', which means to find fault. Using 'critic' when referring to a fan, which has a different meaning. Saying 'critique' when 'critic' is needed.

How do you pronounce Critic?

US: /["/ˈkrɪtɪk/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkrɪtɪk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Critic?

Used in contexts where evaluation or judgment is required. Commonly applied to arts, food, or performances. Avoid using when discussing personal opinions casually.

What CEFR level is Critic?

"Critic" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.