censure
5 synonyms and 6 antonyms for censure, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Strong, formal criticism or disapproval.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Strong, formal criticism or disapproval.
“The senator faced censure from his own party over the remarks.”
Opposites
How to use censure
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a vote of censure
face censure
formally censure
Etymology
From Old French censure, from Latin censura, "the office or judgment of a censor."
Full origin of censure →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.
