Word Meaning

criticise definition and meaning

v. t. To examine and judge as a critic; to pass literary or artistic judgment upon; as, to criticise an author; to criticise a picture.
v. t. To express one's views as to the merit or demerit of; esp., to animadvert upon; to find fault with; as, to criticise conduct.
v. i. To act as a critic; to pass literary or artistic judgment; to play the critic; -- formerly used with on or upon.
v. i. To discuss the merits or demerits of a thing or person; esp., to find fault.

Crossword clues for criticise

- Censure