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 critical response has been more muted, as the film currently holds a 36 percent approval rating from reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes. Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026 While some body creams get a bad rap for slow dry times, due to thick consistency, reviewers gush about how lightweight and fast-absorbing this one is — withoutveering into greasy territory. Claire West, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026 The exterior of the bag has mesh water bottle holders, nylon straps for two hiking poles, and a bungee cord that reviewers use to dry clothing while hiking. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026 If reviewers decide the study is not good enough, the researcher won’t get funding or their study published. Greg Eghigian, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reviewer

Word History

First Known Use

1642, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 26 Apr. 2026.

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