Definition

A person who criticizes or blames someone or something, often in a formal way.

Example

The teacher acted as a censurer when she pointed out the mistakes in the student's essay.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new censurer at the school?

Yeah, I've heard some students are really unhappy about it.

I can understand why; no one likes being told what they can or can't say.

Exactly! It feels like such an overreach for someone who's just trying to express themselves.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Censurer → It is formed from "censere" (meaning to assess or judge) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A censurer is a person who assesses or judges others, often in a critical manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'judges' ('censere') others — that's why a censurer is a person who assesses or criticizes.

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