criticize
US /ˈkrɪt̬.ɪ.saɪz/
UK /ˈkrɪt̬.ɪ.saɪz/
1.
bekritiseren, afkeuren
to indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way
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It's easy to criticize others, but harder to offer solutions.
Het is gemakkelijk om anderen te bekritiseren, maar moeilijker om oplossingen te bieden.
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The coach decided not to criticize the team after their loss, focusing instead on their effort.
De coach besloot het team na hun verlies niet te bekritiseren, maar zich in plaats daarvan te richten op hun inzet.
2.
analyseren, beoordelen
to analyze and judge (something) in detail
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Art critics often criticize paintings based on their technique and emotional impact.
Kunstcritici bekritiseren vaak schilderijen op basis van hun techniek en emotionele impact.
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The professor asked the students to criticize the research paper, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses.
De professor vroeg de studenten om het onderzoekspaper te bekritiseren, waarbij ze de sterke en zwakke punten moesten benadrukken.