How to Pronounce Criticisms

To pronounce "criticisms", say CRIT-ic-isms — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

CRIT-ic-isms

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💡 Tip for remembering “criticisms”

"criticisms" has 3 syllables: crit-ic-isms. It rhymes with aphorisms and microorganisms, if that helps it stick.

What does criticisms mean?

noun

  1. The act of criticising; a critical judgment passed or expressed

    “The politician received a lot of public criticism for his controversial stance on the issue.”

  2. A critical observation or detailed examination and review.

Synonyms

animadversioncensurecritique

Words that rhyme with criticisms

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aphorismsmicroorganismseuphemismsmannerismsmechanismsantagonismsschismsorganismsprismsanachronismsdualismsmetabolisms

Related words

critiqueaccusationsallegationscommentscomplaintscondemnationscriticalcriticises

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "criticisms"?▾

"Criticisms" has 3 syllables: crit · ic · isms.

What does "criticisms" mean?▾

Criticisms: The act of criticising; a critical judgment passed or expressed

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