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vir·tue
 virtue
- pronunciation:
- vuhr
chu
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
right action or thoughts; goodness.
His virtue is shown by the way he treats all people with respect.- synonyms:
- goodness, uprightness
- antonyms:
- vice
- similar words:
- chivalry, fairness, good, honesty, integrity, loyalty, worth
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| definition 2: |
a particular type of moral goodness.
Patience is a virtue.- similar words:
- quality, right
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| definition 3: |
a good quality or characteristic.
She has the virtue of honesty.- synonyms:
- quality
- antonyms:
- vice
- similar words:
- attribute, credit
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| related words: |
asset, excellence, honor, justice, merit |
| derivation: |
virtueless (adj.) |
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