Definitions

1. noun

The practice of suppressing or denying the existence of something, especially a social or political issue, especially in order to avoid controversy or criticism.

“The government’s comstockery regarding the environmental impact of the new project has sparked widespread outrage.”

2. noun

A person who engages in the practice of comstockery.

“The journalist was accused of being a comstocker for downplaying the severity of the crisis.”