Definitions for censure

censure cen·sure

Spelling: [sen-sher]
IPA: /ˈsɛn ʃər/

Censure is a 7 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 9 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 149 anagrams from letters in censure (ceenrsu).

Definitions for censure

noun

  1. strong or vehement expression of disapproval:
  2. an official reprimand, as by a legislative body of one of its members.

verb (used with object)

  1. to criticize or reproach in a harsh or vehement manner:

verb (used without object)

  1. to give censure, adverse criticism, disapproval, or blame.

Origin of censure

1350-1400; Middle English Latin cēnsūra censor's office, assessment, equivalent to cēns(us) past participle of cēnsēre (see censor) + -ūra -ure<

Examples for censure

Meanwhile, the Anti-Defamation League issued a statement deploring the state GOP for its failure to censure Duke.

How often, my dear, have you and I endeavoured to detect and censure this partial spirit in others?

Or even to be able to count on the support of elected legislators who could, if they wished, censure you.

Wanhope waited for a thoughtful moment of censure eventuating in toleration.

With an influence so great she had simply said, "Spare of censure this man for my sake."

After the vote to censure, Stubbs simply said, “All members of Congress are in need of humbling experiences from time to time.”

The article states that the agency could have voted sanctions against Maco ranging from censure to disbarment.

Still, Bergé insisted that he did not get overly involved or censure the film in any way.

It is there one lives exempt from the assaults of censure, detraction, and calumny.

Should we not be particularly careful to keep clear of the faults we censure?

Word Value for censure
Scrable

9

Words with friends

12

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