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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These running shoes have racked up thousands of five-star ratings, with many reviewers sharing that the cushioning feels soft without being overly bouncy, so running a higher mile count feels smoother and more comfortable. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026 From crowd‑favorite cookies to variety pack muffins, these bakery picks are repeatedly rated worth the cost by reviewers. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026 At the same time, another reviewer deemed it magical and mysterious and praised its sophisticated and flirty aroma. Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026 Check to see whether reviewers have had issues with the opacity of a product before making your purchase. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 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 11 Jan. 2026.

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