Censure
/ˈsɛnʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) An official reprimand or condemnation, especially by a legislative body.
The senator faced censure for unethical conduct.
- (v.) To express severe disapproval of someone or something, typically in a formal statement.
The committee censured the employee for violating company policy.
Forms
- censures
- censured
- censuring
Related terms
Commentary
Often used in legislative or organizational contexts, censure implies formal disapproval less severe than expulsion.
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