Definition

A person who examines and gives their opinion about something, often writing critiques for publications like newspapers or magazines.

Example

The reviewer praised the author's latest book for its engaging storytelling.

Conversation

Have you read that article by the new reviewer in the magazine?

Yeah, I thought their take on the movie was really interesting!

I agree, it’s refreshing to see a different perspective from a reviewer.

Definitely! It makes me want to watch the film again.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reviewer → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "view" (from Old French *veue*, meaning sight or seeing) and "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "reviewer" refers to a person who looks at something again, typically to evaluate or critique it.

Memory Tip

Think of someone looking at something 'again' ('re-') to 'see' it ('view') — that's what a reviewer does.

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