Meaning & Definition of word "Morals"

Morals

/ˈmɔːrəlz/

1. A set of principles or rules of right conduct or the distinction between right and wrong.
- Example: Her morals guide her decisions and help her choose what is ethically right.
2. The lesson or message conveyed by a story, event, or experience.
- Example: The morals of the fable taught the children the importance of honesty.
3. Personal or societal standards of right behavior.
- Example: He was raised with strong morals, emphasizing the importance of integrity and respect.

●Middle English, from Old French 'moral', from Latin 'moralis', meaning 'pertaining to manners'.

morals of the story:

A phrase used to summarize the lesson or principle learned from a situation.

have good morals:

To possess a strong sense of right and wrong.

morally ambiguous:

A situation where the right and wrong are not clear.

ethics:

A set of principles relating to what is morally right and wrong.

virtue:

Behavior showing high moral standards.

integrity:

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.

Meaning: No morals

● Example Sentence: He’s known for having no morals when it comes to business.

Meaning: Moral high ground

● Example Sentence: She always tries to take the moral high ground in debates.