reviewer

noun

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

Examples of reviewer in a Sentence

many reviewers were unhappy with the movie's cryptic ending
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The same reviewer added that the front seams help keep the jeans from bunching. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 27 June 2025 The breathable mesh upper keeps things airy in warm weather, and according to one reviewer, the lightweight design makes these shoes ideal for walking. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2025 This 27-inch 1440p gaming monitor is so good, WIRED contributing reviewer Brad Bourque says he's been using it as his daily driver since testing it. Luke Larsen, Wired News, 25 June 2025 There are 29 pattern options for this dress, and many reviewers didn’t stop at just the one. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 June 2025 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 4 Jul. 2025.

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