Answer: criticized

AnswerCrossword Clue
CRITICIZEDFound fault with
CRITICIZEDTook to task.
CRITICIZEDCensured.
CRITICIZEDEvaluated
criticizedCRITICIZE, to censure
criticizedForm and express a sophisticated judgment of (a literary or artistic work)
criticizedIndicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way