Definition of reviewernext
as in critic
a person who makes or expresses a judgment on the quality of offerings in some field of endeavor many reviewers were unhappy with the movie's cryptic ending

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Recent Examples of reviewer Ahead, a sampling of what reviewers are saying about Michael. Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 23 Apr. 2026 This set has racked up hundreds of five-star ratings from reviewers, and more than 1,000 have scooped up the set in the past month. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026 John Higgins is a senior reviewer covering TVs and audio. John Higgins, The Verge, 22 Apr. 2026 In fact, the sandals are so smartly designed and comfortable that one glowing reviewer walked for miles in them—and then some. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reviewer
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critic
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  • Steyer’s critics have attacked him for previously investing in fossil fuels and for-profit prisons.
    Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Nor are there plans for Charles to meet with his son Prince Harry, who has been a critic of the monarchy since giving up royal duties and moving to California.
    Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026

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“Reviewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviewer. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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