Vertueuse (en. Virtuous)
[vɛʁ.ty.zø]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who acts in accordance with high moral principles.
She is considered a virtuous woman for her commitment to others.
Elle est considérée comme une femme vertueuse pour son engagement envers les autres.
Refers to a person who demonstrates virtue in their actions.
In stories, the princess is often a virtuous figure.
Dans les contes, la princesse est souvent une figure vertueuse.
Relating to virtue, morality.
He advocates for a virtuous life, away from fleeting pleasures.
Il prône une vie vertueuse, loin des plaisirs éphémères.
Etymology
From Latin 'virtutis', meaning virtue.
Common Phrases and Expressions
virtuous at heart
Who is sincerely good and generous.
vertueuse de cœur
virtuous life
A life guided by strict ethical principles.
vie vertueuse
example of virtue
A person or action that embodies virtue.
exemple de vertu
Related Words
virtue
Moral quality that drives one to do good.
vertu
morality
Set of rules and norms regarding right and wrong.
morale
integrity
State of a person who acts according to their ethical principles.
intégrité
Slang Meanings
A person who is very strict about their principles.
She is so virtuous that she only associates with serious people.
Elle est tellement vertueuse qu'elle ne fréquente que des gens sérieux.
A term to refer to someone who displays an excess of morality.
Don't be so virtuous, let go from time to time.
Ne sois pas si vertueuse, lâche prise de temps en temps.