Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Opinions

to publicly express one's disapproval of something or someone

to openly and strongly disapprove or condemn something

to express disapproval of something

to blame someone for a mistake they made

to argue with someone, particularly over the ownership of something, facts, etc.

to speak negatively about someone, often shaming them

to complain quietly or softly, often in a way that others cannot hear or understand

to grumble or speak in a low, discontented manner

to express dissatisfaction about something

to criticize in a severe and harsh manner

to express one's discontent or dissatisfaction in an annoying manner

to openly express one's extreme disapproval or criticism

to strongly criticize someone for their actions or words

to spread bad and awful commentaries about someone in order to damage their reputation

to strongly criticize in an official manner

to severely criticize or scold someone for their actions or behaviors

to criticize or speak unfavorably about someone or something, often in an unfair or unkind way.

to tell a person that one admires something about them such as achievements, appearance, etc.

to support or defend something that is believed to be right so it continues to last

to feel or show great joy, delight, or happiness

to criticize someone for their actions or behavior, often implying a need for correction

to strongly and sincerely state that a particular statement or belief is true

to speak or express derogatory remarks about someone

to make fun of someone or something

to confirm or prove the accuracy, authencity, or effectiveness of something