sen shər
noun
1. severe criticism or disapproval.
The young priest received censure for his controversial remarks.
2. an official expression of disapproval of the actions of a member of a body such as a legislature.
The congressman was threatened with censure for his inappropriate remarks.
transitive verb
1. to criticize or condemn.
The protesters were censured by the government-backed newspapers.
2. to pass a resolution of censure against (a person).