moral
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/ˈmɔːrəl/
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/ˈmɒrəl/
adjective
B2
about right and wrong behavior
Most religions share similar moral rules about how to live a good life.
B2
based on what you feel is right, not just what the law says
She showed great moral strength by standing up for what was right.
B2
following the good behavior standards that most people accept
He lived a moral life and always helped others.
R
able to know right from wrong
Young children are still learning to become moral people who understand right and wrong.
noun
B2
standards of good behavior, especially in relationships
The movie was criticized for going against traditional moral values.
R
the lesson that a story or experience teaches
The moral of the fable is that honesty is the best policy.
translation
about right and wrong behavior; based on what you feel is right, not just what the law says; following the good behavior standards that most people accept; able to know right from wrong
standards of good behavior, especially in relationships; the lesson that a story or experience teaches
Word Forms
Plural
morals