VocabJLPT N1
censorship
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. censorship
  2. 2. inspection
  3. 3. Censorship
The act of examining books, media, letters, or other content by an authority to control or suppress information. It is commonly discussed in historical, political, or media contexts where freedom of expression is limited.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He shouted "This is censorship!" and stormed out of the room.

Sentence 2

Why is it only my posts that get censored?

Sentence 3

The press team reported from the field that "authorities have tightened censorship."

Sentence 4

Finally, how should we protect the line between freedom and censorship?

Sentence 5

I've heard that history is censored in that country's textbooks.