moral
/ˈmɒɹəl//ˈmɑɹəl/
noun
- 1
(of a narrative) The ethical significance or practical lesson.
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(chiefly in the plural) Moral practices or teachings: modes of conduct.
“a candidate with strong morals”
- 3
A morality play.
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A moral certainty.
- 5
An exact counterpart.
verb
- 1
To moralize.
adjective
- 1
Of or relating to principles of right and wrong in behaviour, especially for teaching right behaviour.
“moral judgments; a moral poem”
- 2
Conforming to a standard of right behaviour; sanctioned by or operative on one's conscience or ethical judgment.
“a moral obligation”
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Capable of right and wrong action.
“a moral agent”
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Probable but not proved.
“a moral certainty”
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Positively affecting the mind, confidence, or will.
“a moral victory; moral support”
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