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Censure meaning and example
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Censure — meaning:
- As a verb: to express strong disapproval of someone, especially in a formal or official way; to reprimand.
- As a noun: a formal, public statement of disapproval or reprimand (often used of legislatures or official bodies).
Pronunciation: /ˈsenʃər/ (SEN-shər).
Examples:
- Formal/official: "The Senate voted to censure the senator for ethics violations." (a formal reprimand by a legislative body)
- General criticism: "The editor censured the reporter for publishing unchecked facts." (strong disapproval or rebuke)
Note: Do not confuse censure (reprimand) with censor (to suppress or remove speech/content).
- As a verb: to express strong disapproval of someone, especially in a formal or official way; to reprimand.
- As a noun: a formal, public statement of disapproval or reprimand (often used of legislatures or official bodies).
Pronunciation: /ˈsenʃər/ (SEN-shər).
Examples:
- Formal/official: "The Senate voted to censure the senator for ethics violations." (a formal reprimand by a legislative body)
- General criticism: "The editor censured the reporter for publishing unchecked facts." (strong disapproval or rebuke)
Note: Do not confuse censure (reprimand) with censor (to suppress or remove speech/content).
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