Synonyms for

Censured

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

Definition

Censured means to officially criticize or express strong disapproval of someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

censure criminate reprimand condemn rebuke reprimand chastise criticize disapprove disparage scold upbraid castigate denounce berate reproach chide admonish reprove blame fault condemnation

Example sentences

  1. The teacher censured the student for talking during the lesson.
  2. The committee censured the politician for his dishonesty.
  3. He was censured by his friends for breaking his promise.
  4. The boss censured the employee for being late to work.
  5. She received a strong censure from her parents for her behavior.

Quotes

  • The power of the censure is a kind of sovereign power, which is exercised upon the state itself.
  • To censure a person is the same as to kill him.
  • It is hard to censure a man in his grave.

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