censure: Meaning and Definition of

cen•sure

1. strong or vehement expression of disapproval: The newspapers were unanimous in their censure of the tax proposal.
2. an official reprimand, as by a legislative body of one of its members.

1. to criticize or reproach in a harsh or vehement manner: She is more to be pitied than censured.

1. to give censure, adverse criticism, disapproval, or blame.