What is the opposite of “blandish”?

What is the antonym of “blandish”?

The antonyms of blandish are criticize, condemn, and reproach. The antonyms convey a negative or disapproving attitude towards someone or something.

Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

criticize

To express disapproval or find fault with someone or something.

Example

The teacher would criticize students who didn't complete their homework.

condemn

To express strong disapproval of someone or something, often in an official or public way.

Example

The government condemned the terrorist attack and promised to bring the perpetrators to justice.

reproach

To express disapproval or disappointment towards someone for their actions or behavior.

Example

She reproached her friend for not keeping her promise to meet up.

How are these antonyms different from each other?

• 1. Criticize is a general term that describes finding fault with someone or something.
• 2. Condemn is a stronger term that implies official or public disapproval.
• 3. Reproach is a relational term that implies disappointment or disapproval towards someone's actions or behavior.

Good things to know

• 1. Express Disapproval: Use criticize, condemn, and reproach to express disapproval towards someone or something.
• 2. Provide Feedback: Use criticize to provide constructive feedback on someone's work or behavior.
• 3. Show Disappointment: Use reproach to express disappointment towards someone's actions or behavior.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of blandish convey a negative or disapproving attitude towards someone or something. Criticize is a general term, condemn implies official or public disapproval, and reproach implies disappointment or disapproval towards someone's actions or behavior. Use these words to express disapproval, provide feedback, and show disappointment.