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moral

pertaining to right conduct

Related forms: moral · 6 words in this dictionary

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6 words

Relating to the principles of right and wrong behavior.

mor+al

Shared component: moral · pertaining to right conduct

Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

moral+ity

Shared component: moral · pertaining to right conduct

characterized by a narrow and rigid adherence to moral principles, often with a judgmental attitude towards others.

moral+istic

Shared component: moral · pertaining to right conduct

in a way that relates to the principles of right and wrong behavior

moral+ly

Shared component: moral · pertaining to right conduct

to express judgments about what is right or wrong, especially in a way that is considered annoying or self-righteous.

moral+ize

Shared component: moral · pertaining to right conduct

the state of being unaware of or indifferent to questions of right and wrong; a lack of moral sensibility.

a+moral+ity

Shared component: moral · pertaining to right conduct