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Criticize vs Disapprove - What's the difference?

criticize | disapprove |

As verbs the difference between criticize and disapprove

is that criticize is to find fault (with something) while disapprove is to condemn; consider wrong or inappropriate.

criticize

English

Alternative forms

* criticise (UK )

Verb

(criticiz) (transitive'' or ''intransitive )
  • to find fault (with something)
  • to evaluate (something), and judge its merits and faults
  • Hyponyms

    * find fault * shoot down * trash out * fustigate * drub * excoriate * run down

    See also

    * scold * complain

    disapprove

    English

    Verb

  • To condemn; consider wrong or inappropriate.
  • To refuse to approve; reject.
  • To have or express an unfavorable opinion.
  • Antonyms

    * approve