Virtue
/ˈvɜːr.tʃu/
Synonyms
- decency
- goodness
- integrity
- righteousness
- moral excellence
Slang Meanings
Virtue is used ironically to refer to overly moralistic behavior.
Don't go all virtue on me just because you read one self-help book.
Feeling virtuous for doing something good, sometimes used sarcastically.
I recycled my cans today, so I feel virtuous now.