Moral

noun

/ˈmɒɹəl/

Word Frequency: 70.4

Definitions

1.noun(of a narrative) The ethical significance or practical lesson.

2.noun(chiefly in the plural) Moral practices or teachings: modes of conduct.

"a candidate with strong morals"

3.nounA morality play.

4.nounA moral certainty.

5.nounAn exact counterpart.

6.verbTo moralize.

7.adjectiveOf or relating to principles of right and wrong in behaviour, especially for teaching right behaviour.

"moral judgments; a moral poem"

8.adjectiveConforming to a standard of right behaviour; sanctioned by or operative on one's conscience or ethical judgment.

"a moral obligation"

9.adjectiveCapable of right and wrong action.

"a moral agent"

10.adjectiveProbable but not proved.

"a moral certainty"

11.adjectivePositively affecting the mind, confidence, or will.

"a moral victory; moral support"