Censure and Censor are often mixed up. Censure (verb, noun) means Express severe disapproval of (someone or something), especially in a formal statement/ Rebuke formally, while Censor (verb, noun) means An official who examines books, films, news, etc. that are about to be published and suppresses any parts that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security/ examine (a book, film, etc.) officially and suppress unacceptable parts of it.
Meaning: Express severe disapproval of (someone or something), especially in a formal statement/ Rebuke formally.
Synonyms: Condemn, Criticize, Castigate, Reprimand, Rebuke.
Example: The pharmacy board will censure the pharmacist for not properly monitoring his drug supply.
Meaning: An official who examines books, films, news, etc. that are about to be published and suppresses any parts that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security/ examine (a book, film, etc.) officially and suppress unacceptable parts of it.
Synonyms: Edit, Excise, Examine, Inspect.
Example: Although her mother attempted to censor her music collection, the girl continued to download explicit songs.
