Moral

/ˈmɒɹəl/

The meaning and definition of Moral, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. (chiefly in the plural) Moral practices or teachings: modes of conduct.
    “a candidate with strong morals”
  2. (of a narrative) The ethical significance or practical lesson.
adjective
  1. Of or relating to principles of right and wrong in behaviour, especially for teaching right behaviour.
    “moral judgments;  a moral poem”
  2. Positively affecting the mind, confidence, or will.
    “a moral victory;  moral support”
Synonyms ethics mores ethical incorruptible noble righteous
Antonyms amoral corrupt immoral non-moral unethical unmoral

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