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censure

6 antonyms for censure — opposites grouped by meaning.

Noun — Strong, formal criticism or disapproval.

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1. noun

Strong, formal criticism or disapproval.

“The senator faced censure from his own party over the remarks.”

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2. verb

To criticize or formally reprimand someone.

“The board voted to censure the CEO for his conduct.”

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How to use censure

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a vote of censure face censure formally censure

Etymology

From Old French censure, from Latin censura, "the office or judgment of a censor."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “censure” mean?
The word “censure” means strong, formal criticism or disapproval. In plain terms, to formally criticize or condemn someone, usually in an official capacity — or the criticism itself.
How do you pronounce “censure”?
“Censure” is pronounced SEHN-shuh (/ˈsɛn.ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “censure” in a sentence?
Here is “censure” used in a sentence: “The senator faced censure from his own party over the remarks.”
What part of speech is “censure”?
Depending on how it is used, “censure” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “censure” come from?
The word “censure” comes from Latin. From Old French censure, from Latin censura, "the office or judgment of a censor.".
How many meanings does “censure” have?
“Censure” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: strong, formal criticism or disapproval.

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