# reviewer

/ɹivˈjuɝ/ (US) · /ɹɪvjˈuːɐ/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/reviewer
Updated: 2026-08-08

## Senses

### 1. a critic

noun · CEFR B1

a person who writes their opinion about things like books, films, or restaurants for a website or newspaper.

For teachers: a person who writes critical evaluations of artistic works, products, or services for publication.

- The book reviewer praised the novel for its exciting plot and relatable characters.
- The lead reviewer for the tech magazine spent three weeks testing the new smartphone before publishing his final verdict.

### 2. professional evaluator

noun · CEFR B2 · Academic · Formal

a person whose job is to check that something is being done correctly or meets a certain standard.

For teachers: an individual appointed to formally examine or assess a process, document, or performance.

- The peer reviewer suggested several changes to the scientific paper before it could be published.
- Internal reviewers were tasked with auditing the department's safety protocols to ensure compliance with the new federal regulations.

### 3. study guide

noun · CEFR B2 · Dialect

a book or set of notes used to help you prepare for an important exam.

For teachers: a comprehensive collection of study materials or a guide designed to assist in exam preparation.

- I spent the whole weekend reading my history reviewer to prepare for the final test.
- The students compiled a detailed reviewer covering all the major topics that were likely to appear on the board exam.

Usage: This sense is specific to Philippine English.

Teaching tip: Outside of the Philippines, students usually refer to these materials as 'study guides' or 'revision notes'.

## Examples

- The movie reviewer gave the new film a high rating.
- Before booking the hotel, she checked what the top reviewer on the travel site had to say about the service.
- While the lead reviewer for the magazine praised the novel's intricate structure, many readers found the prose too dense to enjoy during a casual commute.

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