Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overcritical
Adjective
/ˌoʊ.vɚˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl/
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Definition
Excessively judgmental or finding fault with something or someone.
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Examples
- The overcritical teacher often discouraged students with her harsh feedback.
- He’s known for being overcritical, which makes it hard for him to enjoy movies.
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Meaning
Overcritical refers to the tendency to critique things too harshly or to have an excessively negative view, often leading to unfair assessments.
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Synonyms
- Judgmental
- Critical
- Skeptical
- Hypercritical