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mo·ral·i·ty

morality

 
 
pronunciation:
m rae lih ti
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part of speech: noun
inflections: moralities
definition 1: adherence to standards of right conduct.
synonyms:
uprightness
antonyms:
corruption, immorality
similar words:
character, decency, decorum, fair play, goodness, integrity, justness, principle, propriety, rectitude, virtue
definition 2: principles related to what is right or wrong, or a particular doctrine or ethical system.
When it is right to fight or even kill is a question of morality.
synonyms:
ethics, principles
similar words:
doctrine, dogma, morals, standards, values
definition 3: moral or virtuous character.
synonyms:
character, integrity, rectitude, uprightness
antonyms:
immorality
similar words:
decency, good, goodness, right, righteousness, virtue
definition 4: a moral lesson or rule.
synonyms:
precept
similar words:
maxim
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