Censorship

Suppression of information and expression.

suppression restriction of expression

Censorship is the suppression or prohibition of any parts of information and expression as considered objectionable. It can be carried out by governments, private institutions, or individuals.

Pronunciation

/ˈsɛn.sərʃɪp/

Etymology

It comes from the Latin word 'censura,' meaning assessment or review.

Explain Like I’m 5

Censorship is when governments or other groups stop people from sharing information or expressing their ideas, like taking books off shelves or blocking websites.

Fun Facts

The word 'censorship' comes from the Roman office of censor, which collected census data and oversaw public morals
China has one of the most extensive censorship systems in the world, blocking access to many foreign websites and social media platforms
Historically, governments have used censorship to control public opinion during wartime

FAQ

What is censorship? It's the suppression of speech, public communication, or other information
Who censors information? Governments, religious organizations, and private companies can censor
What are examples of censorship? Book banning, website blocking, and restricting freedom of the press

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

suppression restriction control

Antonyms — Opposites or Contrasts

freedom of speech free expression

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

repression control

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

book banning media blackout prior restraint

Meronyms — Parts or Components

review board blacklist

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

government society

Indexes

legal political social

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