Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Criticise

Praise

The most appropriate antonym of the word "criticize" is praise.

• Criticize means to find fault with something or someone.
• Disappoint means to fail to meet the expectations of someone.
• Forgive means to cease to feel resentment against someone for an offense.
• Prevent means to stop something from happening.
• Praise means to express warm approval or admiration for someone or something.