1. past tense of censure; formally criticized or condemned someone for their actions
Usage: formal

Examples

• The senator was censured by Congress for his unethical behavior.
• The school board censured the principal for mishandling funds.
• She was officially censured for violating company policy.
• The judge censured the lawyer for inappropriate conduct in court.
• The committee censured him for his failure to follow procedures.
• The organization censured its members who broke the code of ethics.