Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pick-apart
verb
pɪk əˈpɑrt
Definition
To separate or break into smaller parts, often for the purpose of analysis or critique.
Examples
- After examining the project, the reviewers began to pick apart the details to find any areas of improvement.
- He likes to pick apart his favorite movies to understand what makes them so effective.
Meaning
To examine something closely and critically, often highlighting its flaws or characteristics.
Synonyms
- dissect
- analyze
- criticize
- scrutinize
