Meaning & Definition of word "Censure"

Censure

/ˈsɛnʃər/

noun:

  • 1. The expression of formal disapproval.
    • Example: The council issued a censure against the mayor for misconduct.
  • 2. A formal statement of disapproval.
    • Example: He received a public censure from the board regarding his handling of the project.

verb:

  • 1. To express severe disapproval of someone or something, typically in a formal statement.
    • Example: The committee decided to censure the member for his inappropriate remarks during the meeting.
  • 2. To officially reprimand or criticize someone in a formal manner.
    • Example: She faced censure from her peers after failing to uphold the organization's ethical standards.

Etymology

Latin 'censura', meaning 'judgment, assessment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

censure motion:

A formal proposal to censure an individual in a legislative body.

censure committee:

A group tasked with assessing and addressing misconduct.

censure vote:

A parliamentary vote on whether to formally condemn an action.

Related Words

reprimand:

A formal expression of disapproval.

condemn:

To express strong disapproval.

rebuke:

An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

Slang Meanings of censure

Meaning: To call someone out for bad behavior.

Example Sentence: He got censured for his shady dealings.

Meaning: To put someone on blast for a mistake.

Example Sentence: The coach censured the player for missing practice.