Synonyms for

Censored

Verb / ˈsensɜ:d / Another word for censored — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to remove parts of something that are considered offensive or inappropriate

Synonyms & similar words

censor ban uncensored edited redacted cut suppressed muted screened bleeped omitted expurgated bowdlerized sanitized purged scrubbed abridged trimmed delet-ed blanked erased gagged

Synonyms by register

Formal

suppressed prohibited expurgated blue-penciled

Informal

cut redacted toned down muffled

Literary

gagged silenced muffled

Antonyms

allowed published approved unrestricted open released sanctioned

Common collocations

  • censored material
  • censored content
  • censored information
  • censored books
  • censored news
  • censored speech
  • heavily censored

Word family

noun censorship
verb censor
adjective censored
adverb censoringly

Usage note

This word implies the removal or suppression of objectionable or sensitive material. It is often used in contexts of media, art, or political discourse.

Example sentences

  1. The book was censored by the government.
  2. The TV show was censored for its language.
  3. The newspaper article was censored for its political views.
  4. The song lyrics were censored for their explicit content.
  5. The art exhibit was censored for its nudity.

Quotes

  • Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. - Mark Twain
  • Censorship is the tool of those who have the need to hide actualities from themselves and from others. - Charles Bukowski
  • Censorship, like charity, should begin at home; but unlike charity, it should end there. - Clare Boothe Luce

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