uncensured

cen·sure

U u

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [sen-sher]
- /ˈsɛn ʃər/
- /ˌʌnˈsɛnʃəd /

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sen-sher]
- /ˈsɛn ʃər/

Definitions of uncensured word

noun uncensured strong or vehement expression of disapproval: The newspapers were unanimous in their censure of the tax proposal. 1
noun uncensured an official reprimand, as by a legislative body of one of its members. 1
verb with object uncensured to criticize or reproach in a harsh or vehement manner: She is more to be pitied than censured. 1
verb without object uncensured to give censure, adverse criticism, disapproval, or blame. 1
adjective uncensured not censured or reprimanded; free from censure or condemnation 0
adjective uncensured Not censured. 0

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Origin of uncensured

First appearance:

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English < Latin cēnsūra censor's office, assessment, equivalent to cēns(us) past participle of cēnsēre (see censor) + -ūra -ure

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Parts of speech for Uncensured

noun

adjective

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adverb

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preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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uncensured popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 70% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

uncensured usage trend in Literature

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