Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

censoriousness

noun
/sɛnˈsɔːr.i.əs.nəs/
Definition
The quality of being critical or inclined to find fault.
Examples
  • Her censoriousness towards his decisions made it difficult for him to express himself freely.
  • The article displayed a sense of censoriousness that many readers found off-putting.
Meaning
Censoriousness refers to a tendency to be overly critical or judgmental of others. It often involves expressing disapproval and pointing out perceived flaws or mistakes.
Synonyms
  • Criticalness
  • Judgmentalness
  • Fault-finding
  • Disapprovingness