Censoring: meaning, definitions and examples

When you are officially removing or altering content because it is deemed inappropriate or offensive.

• The government was accused of censoring the news reports.
• The film was heavily censored before it could be shown to the public.

When you are intentionally preventing information from being known or spread, often with a negative connotation.

• The report was suppressed to avoid panic.
• Critics accused the company of suppressing evidence of the product's defects.

When you are removing content entirely and permanently, often used in digital contexts.

• She decided to delete her Facebook account.
• The email was deleted accidentally.

When you are making changes or corrections to improve or clarify content, not necessarily removing it.

• He spent hours editing his book before submitting it to the publisher.
• The article needs some editing for clarity and length.