Censorship

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun printed or visual material containing the explicit description or display of sexual organs or activity, intended to stimulate erotic rather than aesthetic or emotional feelings

  • The distribution of pornography is strictly prohibited in many countries.
  • I heard that he got caught watching pornography at work.
  • I can't believe she's into that kind of pornography.
  • The rise of social media has made self-promotion the new pornography of our generation.

noun the practice of preventing someone from speaking or participating in public events or debates, typically due to their controversial or offensive views

  • The university decided to implement a policy on no-platforming controversial speakers.
  • I heard they're no-platforming that speaker at the event next week.
  • They're really cracking down on no-platforming at the school.
  • Some believe that no-platforming goes against the principles of free speech.