Definitions and Examples of criticize, condemn, disparage
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To express disapproval or find fault with someone or something.
Example
The teacher criticized the student's essay for its lack of clarity and organization.
To express strong disapproval of someone or something, often in a formal or public way.
Example
The government condemned the terrorist attack and promised to bring the perpetrators to justice.
To speak disrespectfully or belittle someone or something.
Example
He disparaged his colleague's work, saying that it was poorly researched and lacked originality.
Key Differences: criticize vs condemn vs disparage
- 1Criticize implies finding fault or expressing disapproval, but not necessarily condemning or belittling.
- 2Condemn is a stronger term that implies a formal or public expression of disapproval or condemnation.
- 3Disparage implies speaking disrespectfully or belittling someone or something.
Effective Usage of criticize, condemn, disparage
- 1Express Disapproval: Use criticize, condemn, and disparage to express negative opinions or attitudes towards someone or something.
- 2Provide Feedback: Use criticize to provide constructive feedback on someone's work or performance.
- 3Avoid Offending: Use these antonyms carefully to avoid offending or hurting someone's feelings.
Remember this!
The antonyms of adulate convey a negative or disapproving attitude towards someone or something. Criticize implies finding fault or expressing disapproval, condemn is a stronger term that implies a formal or public expression of disapproval, and disparage implies speaking disrespectfully or belittling someone or something. Use these words to express disapproval, provide feedback, or avoid offending others.
