Censure
WordNet

noun


(1)   Harsh criticism or disapproval
(2)   The state of being excommunicated

verb


(3)   Rebuke formally
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Etymology


Originated 1350–1400 from Middle English censure, from Latin cénsūra (censor's office or assessment), equivalent to cénsus (censor) + -ure.

Noun



  1. the act of blaming, criticizing, or condemning as wrong; reprehension
  2. an official reprimand
  3. the state of excommunication

Verb





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