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    Rectitud (en. Rectitude)

    /rek.tiˈtud/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Quality of acting according to moral principles.
    His rectitude at work earned him the respect of his colleagues.
    Su rectitud en el trabajo le valió el respeto de sus compañeros.
    Conformity with what is considered just or right.
    It is important to maintain rectitude in our decisions.
    Es importante mantener la rectitud en nuestras decisiones.
    Integrity and sincerity in behavior.
    Rectitude is fundamental to building trustworthy relationships.
    La rectitud es fundamental para construir relaciones de confianza.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'rectitudo', meaning 'rectitude' or 'integrity'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in rectitude
    In accordance with moral principles.
    en rectitud
    to have rectitude
    To possess qualities of integrity and honesty.
    tener rectitud
    to walk with rectitude
    To act in a fair and honorable manner.
    caminar con rectitud

    Related Words

    straight
    That has no curve; that is just or straight in a moral sense.
    recto
    integrity
    Adherence to ethical and moral principles.
    integridad
    honesty
    Quality of being sincere and fair.
    honestidad

    Slang Meanings

    Being straight connotes being a good guy.
    That guy is really straight, he always tells the truth.
    Ese chico es bien recto, siempre dice la verdad.
    To do things right.
    It has to be done right, no cheating.
    Hay que hacerlo recto, sin trampa.