No. 2,137 in French
censure
Censure: Criticism, disapproval, or suppression of speech or information.
In a sentence
La censure freinait toute diffusion d'idées révolutionnaires.
Censorship hindered any spread of revolutionary ideas.
Here, 'censure' refers to the restriction or suppression of content or ideas, applied in a historical or political context to indicate control over communication.
Il a exprimé une censure sévère envers leur comportement.
He expressed severe criticism towards their behavior.
'Censure' in this case is used as a synonym for criticism, denoting disapproval or judgment of actions or attitudes.
La censure dans les arts peut limiter l'expression des artistes.
Censorship in the arts can limit artists' expression.
Again referring to the suppression or regulation of content, 'censure' specifically speaks to its impact on creative and artistic freedom.
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