verb (present participle of compliment) as in strong fondness

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criticizing, condemning, disparaging

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Example:He found himself criticizing the project from the start.

Definition:Expressing disapproval, fault, or blame.

From criticizing

Example:The government was condemning the criminal actions.

Definition:Expressing strong disapproval or blame, and frequently forbidding something.

From condemning

Example:Her comments were disparaging, and she received no invitation to speak again.

Definition:Expressing contempt or lack of respect; denigrating.

From disparaging