censure
noun
strong or vehement expression of disapproval.
censures
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present tense formof censure (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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In the statement announcing the removal of the former prince's titles, the Palace said: "These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him."
From BBC ● Jan. 31, 2026
It still demands collusion, censures dissent, confuses the exertion of power with the protest against it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 10, 2023
Gorsuch said that didn’t mean all censures are alike, and that such condemnation sometimes might not be acceptable, depending upon the recipient.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 24, 2022
He said he generally also does not favor censures.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 4, 2022
She applauds the moderation and pacific sentiments of their High Mightinesses, and implicitly censures the Court of London, for opposite dispositions.
From The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution (Volume VI) by Various
