1. a person who criticizes or speaks unfavorably about someone or something

Examples

• Despite his success, the politician still had many detractors.
• The new policy has both supporters and detractors in Congress.
• Her detractors claimed she was unqualified for the position.
• The company’s detractors pointed to its poor safety record.
• Even his detractors admitted he was a skilled speaker.
• The artist ignored her detractors and continued painting.
• Political detractors often focus on minor flaws.