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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This Amazon best-seller (8,000-plus five-star ratings) holds bills, cards, and two passports, and one reviewer wore it comfortably in 90-degree Fahrenheit weather across Morocco and Spain while others in their group got pickpocketed. Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025 With each sock size covering four to five shoe sizes, reviewers said that getting just the right fit was sometimes a struggle. Amy Wilkinson, SELF, 24 Apr. 2025 Multiple other reviewers noted how soft and versatile this tank top is, including one person who said that it can be dressed up or down. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025 The movie has drawn strong marks from reviewers and moviegoers alike, along with an A- CinemaScore. Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 12 Apr. 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 3 May. 2025.

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