Read the sentence from samuel johnson's preface to a dictionary of the english language. it is the fate of those who toil at the lower employments of life, to be rather driven by the fear of evil, than attracted by the prospect of good; to be exposed to censure, without hope of praise. what is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence?

a statement of wit or amusement
an expression of disapproval or condemnation
a sentiment of indifference or apathy
an exclamation of profound admiration or esteem

the answer is b. an expression of disapproval or condemnation

B.) an expression of disapproval or condemnation

Samuel Johnson uses censure as something that will have a negative result on someone who doesn´t try to do good, and surrenders to fear of evil.

based on the biblical principle proverbs 16: 32, i agree with the author of the passage "better is it that it takes longer to be angry than the strong " to the extent that i share the philosophy that the nobility of heart demonstrates the strength of a person. those who are very proud, get angry easily and show their anger toward others are really weak, but those who are noble and do not constantly obfuscate or contain their feelings of anger, are strong people

i believe that is the truth if thats what you where asking for