1. expressing disapproval or pointing out faults in someone or something
She was criticizing his performance during the meeting.
Ela estava criticando o desempenho dele durante a reunião.
2. analyzing or evaluating something in detail
The professor is criticizing the student's essay constructively.
O professor está criticando o ensaio do aluno de forma construtiva.
3. judging or assessing the merits and faults of a work of art, literature, etc.
Critics are criticizing the new film for its poor dialogue.
Os críticos estão criticando o novo filme pelo diálogo fraco.