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
Recent Examples on the Web
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One reviewer uses these solar globe lights both on their deck and by the walkway. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026 The Levi’s style hits right at the hips, per one 5-foot-2 reviewer, and comes with a simple, zip-up design to avoid overwhelming your figure. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026 One of my reviewers did not think that my work was of scientific value. Ari Daniel, NPR, 4 Feb. 2026 Cafe Monarch in Scottsdale Cafe Monarch has been an OpenTable romantic restaurant favorite for a few years now, with repeat customers, including a reviewer who'd dined there 25 times praising the service, luxurious ambiance and fine dining cuisine. Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 2 Feb. 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 7 Feb. 2026.

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