reviewer

noun

re·​view·​er ri-ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce reviewer (audio)
Synonyms of reviewernext
: one that reviews
especially : a writer of critical reviews

Synonyms of reviewer

Examples of reviewer in a Sentence

many reviewers were unhappy with the movie's cryptic ending
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The triple-ball design comes preassembled in classic Roman-style planters and looks impressively realistic, according to Amazon reviewers—even moving gracefully in the wind without toppling over. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026 Another reviewer, who normally forgoes foundation altogether, agreed that the primer is the perfect replacement. Jenna Curcio, InStyle, 18 Feb. 2026 One five-star Amazon reviewer praised the Hotway suitcase for its high value. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026 More robust research is needed, the reviewers write, especially studies that measure people’s satisfaction with the practice, diabetes status, and overall measures of other health problems. Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reviewer

Word History

First Known Use

1642, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reviewer was in 1642

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“Reviewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reviewer. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.

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