Definition

Able to be criticized or judged negatively.

Example

The decision made by the committee was criticizable due to its lack of transparency.

Conversation

I think some of the comments about her performance are quite criticizable.

Yeah, but some of them do point out valid issues.

True, I guess it's good to have feedback that isn't just harsh criticism.

Exactly! Constructive feedback is always better than just being criticizable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Criticizable → It is formed from "critic" (from Greek "kritikos", meaning able to judge) and the suffix "-izable" (meaning capable of being). The word "criticizable" means capable of being judged or evaluated critically.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'able to judge' ('kritikos') and remember that 'criticizable' means something that can be judged.

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