1. excessively or unreasonably critical; finding fault too readily

Examples

• The hypercritical reviewer found problems with every aspect of the performance.
• She became hypercritical of her own work, never satisfied with anything she produced.
• His hypercritical attitude made it difficult for employees to feel confident in their abilities.
• The teacher’s hypercritical comments discouraged rather than helped the students improve.
• Don’t be so hypercritical of the new proposal before considering its benefits.
• Her hypercritical nature strained relationships with friends and family.