Morals: meaning, definitions and examples

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morals

 

[ หˆmษ’rษ™lz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

personal values

Morals are principles or beliefs concerning right and wrong behavior. They serve as a guide for individuals to make decisions that are ethical and just.

Synonyms

ethics, principles, values

Examples of usage

  • She always follows her morals, even when it's difficult.
  • His strong morals are evident in the way he treats others with respect.
Context #2 | Noun

society

Morals refer to the accepted standards of behavior in a particular society or community. They often dictate what is considered morally acceptable or unacceptable.

Synonyms

ethics, standards, values

Examples of usage

  • The novel explores the clash between traditional morals and modern values.
  • The company's code of conduct reflects their commitment to high morals.
Context #3 | Noun

storytelling

Morals are the lessons or messages that are conveyed through a story or fable. They are intended to teach a moral lesson or impart wisdom.

Synonyms

lessons, meanings, messages

Examples of usage

  • The fable of the tortoise and the hare teaches the moral of 'slow and steady wins the race.'
  • Children's books often include morals to teach important values.

Translations

Translations of the word "morals" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น moral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅˆเคคเคฟเค•เคคเคพ (naitikta)

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Moral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ moral

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพั€ะฐะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ moralnoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้“ๅพณ (ใฉใ†ใจใ, doutoku)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท morale

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ moral

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ahlak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„๋• (dodeok)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุฎู„ุงู‚ (akhlaq)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ morรกlka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ morรกlka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้“ๅพท (dร odรฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ morala

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ siรฐferรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพั€ะฐะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒœแƒ”แƒแƒ‘แƒ (zneoba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™xlaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ moral

Etymology

The word 'morals' originated from the Latin word 'moralis', meaning 'pertaining to manners or customs'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the concepts of ethics and principles guiding human behavior. Morals have played a significant role in shaping societies and individuals, influencing their decisions and interactions with one another.

See also: amoral, demoralize, demoralized, immoral, immorality, immorally, moral, moralistic, morality, moralize, moralizing, morally.

Word Frequency Rank

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