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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Some reviewers recommend sizing down, but Free People Movement tends to run slightly big overall, and these pants fit consistently with the brand’s sizing. Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025 What People Are Saying If you’re still not sold on this dessert, our reviewers will convince you with their rave reviews. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2025 Other reviewers recommended sizing down for a more tailored fit. Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025 To help American sandwich lovers enjoy the festivities, Yelp has curated a list of top sandwich shops around the country, according to reviewers’ feedback. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 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 7 Aug. 2025.

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