praised uncritically

[PRAYZD uhn-KRIT-i-kuh-lee]
verb phrase
elogiado sem crítica
1. to commend or express approval of someone or something without examining it carefully or questioning its merits, flaws, or validity
The film was praised uncritically by audiences despite its weak plot.
O filme foi elogiado sem crítica pelo público, apesar de seu enredo fraco.
2. to offer compliments without applying discernment, analysis, or skeptical evaluation
She praised uncritically every idea her boss presented during the meeting.
Ela elogiou sem crítica cada ideia que seu chefe apresentou na reunião.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, this phrase is often used critically to describe media coverage, fan culture, or workplace dynamics where people avoid honest evaluation. It reflects concerns about groupthink and loss of independent judgment in professional and social settings.
NYC Slang
hyped up without question; getting props for no real reason
Synonyms / Sinônimos
applauded blindlycommended without reservationlauded uncriticallyendorsed without scrutinycelebrated uncritically
Antonyms / Antônimos
criticized constructivelyevaluated criticallyexamined carefullyscrutinized thoroughlyassessed objectively

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
elogiado sem crítica
Standard translation used across Brazil
São Paulo
elogiado cegamente
Alternative phrasing emphasizing blind acceptance
Portugal
elogiado sem espírito crítico
More formal Portuguese variant

Related Words

sycophantblind praiseuncritical acclaimmindless adulationuncritical approval

Related Idioms & Phrases

praise to the skies
blind praise
without a critical eye
eat it up
lap it up uncritically
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