noun
- expressions of strong disapproval or harsh criticism
Usage: formal
verb
- to express strong disapproval of or criticize harshly
Usage: formal
Examples
- The committee issued formal censures against the corrupt officials.
- Public censures of the policy grew louder each day.
- The senator censures the administration’s handling of the crisis.
- The board censures any member who violates ethical guidelines.
- Her harsh censures of the project demoralized the team.
- The judge censures attorneys who show disrespect in court.
- Editorial censures appeared in newspapers across the country.