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Criticise vs. Criticize
Criticise
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Criticize
/ˈkrɪtəsaɪz/Examples:
He strongly criticized us and did not conceal his displeasure.The proles will never attack the Party or even criticize it.Anyone can criticize, condemn and complain.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Both criticise and criticize mean the same thing, but the spelling varies based on geographical location.
- Criticise is the preferred spelling in British English.
- Criticize is the preferred spelling in American English.
- Remember that ize is often used in American spellings of such verbs.
- Both forms are correct depending on the regional standard you are adhering to.
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