English · Culture & Society
censorship
/ˈsen.sə.ʃɪp/
[/ˈsen.sə.ʃɪp/]
suppression of expression
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The act of suppressing or removing speech, writing, or other material considered objectionable by an authority. It limits what people can publish or say.
Example
Strict censorship meant that journalists could not report freely on the government's many failures.
Strict censorship meant that journalists could not report freely on the government's many failures.
Etymology
From 'censor', from Latin 'censere' (to assess, judge), originally a Roman official who supervised public morals.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in media, politics, and discussions of free expression.