Censored: meaning, definitions and examples

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censored

 

[ หˆsษ›n.sษ™rd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

media, online content

Censored refers to the act of suppressing or restricting certain information, thoughts, or expressions deemed inappropriate or offensive. The process of censorship often involves the removal, alteration, or blocking of content from books, films, news articles, or websites. This usually happens to uphold moral standards, protect national security, or avoid the distribution of sensitive information. Censorship can be carried out by governments, institutions, or even individuals, leading to debates about freedom of speech and access to information.

Synonyms

edited, filtered, restricted, suppressed

Examples of usage

  • The government censored the news report to prevent public panic.
  • Certain scenes in the movie were censored due to explicit content.
  • Social media platforms often censor posts that violate community guidelines.

Translations

Translations of the word "censored" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น censurado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคถเฅ‹เคงเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zensiert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ disensor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั†ะตะฝะทัƒั€ะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cenzurowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆคœ้–ฒใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท censurรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ censurado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sansรผrlenmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒ€์—ด๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุฑุงู‚ูŽุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cenzurovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ cenzurovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎกๆŸฅ่ฟ‡็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ cenzuriran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ritsko

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัาฑั€ั‹ะฟั‚ะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒ”แƒœแƒ–แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ senzura

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ censurado

Etymology

The word 'censored' originates from the Latin word 'censere,' which means to assess or evaluate. In ancient Rome, 'censors' were officials responsible for conducting censuses and supervising public morals. The term evolved throughout the centuries, with its modern sense emerging in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in the context of controlling information and managing the press. As communication methods expanded, so did the practice of censorship in various forms, including religious, political, and social contexts. The advent of the internet in the late 20th century ushered in new challenges for censorship, as governments and organizations grappled with how to regulate content online. Today, the concept remains relevant as societies continue to debate the line between protecting citizens and enabling free expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,239, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.