CEFR B1

find fault with

verb phrase

Meaning

To criticize someone or something, often by looking for small or unimportant mistakes.

Examples

It is easy to find fault with a plan after it has already failed.
She always finds fault with her colleagues' work, regardless of how well they perform.

Synonyms: criticize, nitpick, carp, censure

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find fault with (B1)

verb phrase

Pronunciation: /faɪnd fɔːlt wɪð/

Definition

To criticize someone or something, often by looking for small or unimportant mistakes.

Examples

It is easy to find fault with a plan after it has already failed.
She always finds fault with her colleagues' work, regardless of how well they perform.

Synonyms of find fault with

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Antonyms of find fault with

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