overcritical

adjective

ˌō-vər-ˈkri-ti-kəl How to pronounce overcritical (audio)
Definition of overcriticalnext
as in critical
given to making or expressing unfavorable judgments about things an overcritical teacher can discourage even the most dedicated of students

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overcritical
  1. critical
  2. hypercritical
  3. judgmental
Adjective
  • Tensions are flaring over the critical Strait of Hormuz, pushing the two sides back towards all-out war.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
  • The most critical one came in the 21st minute with France’s Lucas Digne committed a foul on Yamal in the box.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of critical
Adjective
  • Drowning in bureaucracy and hypercritical of her colleagues, Santos (Isa Briones) could burn out from frustration and resentment.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Emond, as Suzanna’s hypercritical mother, puts an Olympic-level spin on her withering observations.
    — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Definition of hypercritical
Adjective
  • For The Union-Tribune We are not supposed to be judgmental, but that is a tough ask.
    — Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2026
  • Abby is the least judgmental of the people in his circle, but Eddie pushes her away, compounding his isolation.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026
Definition of judgmental
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“Overcritical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcritical. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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