Faultfinding — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈfȯlt-ˌfīn-diŋ/ fault·find·ing

Meaning & Definition of Faultfinding

Faultfinding (adjective)

  1. disposed to find fault, captiously critical

Faultfinding (noun)

  1. petty, nagging, or unreasonable criticism

Faultfinding (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. given to making or expressing unfavorable judgments about things

    "publishers now have to produce textbooks that pass muster with a slew of faultfinding committees"

    similar: captious, carping, caviling, critical, hypercritical, judgmental, overcritical, rejective
    related: discerning, discriminating, judicious, demanding, exacting, fastidious, finical, finicky, fussy, nitpicky, particular, picky, pettifogging, quibbling, harsh, merciless, uncharitable, unforgiving
    opposite: uncritical
    near: undiscriminating, undemanding, unfussy, charitable, forgiving

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Faultfinding

The most common words with a similar meaning to Faultfinding:

captious, carping, caviling, critical, hypercritical, judgmental, overcritical, rejective

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Faultfinding

Words with the opposite meaning of Faultfinding:

uncritical

Related Words for Faultfinding

discerning, discriminating, judicious, demanding, exacting, fastidious, finical, finicky, fussy, nitpicky, particular, picky, pettifogging, quibbling, harsh, merciless, uncharitable, unforgiving

Near Antonyms of Faultfinding

undiscriminating, undemanding, unfussy, charitable, forgiving

Origin & Etymology of Faultfinding

First known use: 1622

Frequently Asked Questions about Faultfinding

What does "Faultfinding" mean?

"Faultfinding" means disposed to find fault, captiously critical. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: disposed to find fault, captiously critical.

What is another word for "Faultfinding"?

Other words for "Faultfinding" include captious, carping, caviling, critical, hypercritical, judgmental, overcritical and rejective. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Faultfinding" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Faultfinding"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Faultfinding". Common alternatives include captious, carping, caviling, critical, hypercritical, judgmental, overcritical and rejective.

What is the opposite of "Faultfinding"?

Antonyms of "Faultfinding" include uncritical. Near antonyms include undiscriminating, undemanding, unfussy and charitable.

How do you use "Faultfinding" in a sentence?

Examples of "Faultfinding" in a sentence: "publishers now have to produce textbooks that pass muster with a slew of faultfinding committees".

Is "Faultfinding" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Faultfinding" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Faultfinding"?

"Faultfinding" is pronounced /ˈfȯlt-ˌfīn-diŋ/ and divided into syllables as fault·find·ing.

What is the origin of the word "Faultfinding"?

First known use: 1622.