Virtuous: meaning, definitions and examples

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virtuous

[ ˈvər.tʃu.əs ]

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moral behavior

Having or showing high moral standards.

Synonyms

good, honorable, moral, righteous

Examples of usage

She is known for her virtuous behavior in the community.
He was praised for his virtuous actions towards his colleagues.

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chastity

Chaste or pure.

Synonyms

chaste, innocent, pure, virginal

Examples of usage

She vowed to remain virtuous until marriage.
In the novel, the protagonist is portrayed as a virtuous young woman.

Translations

Translations of the word "virtuous" in other languages:

🇵🇹 virtuoso

🇮🇳 सदाचारपूर्ण

🇩🇪 tugendhaft

🇮🇩 bermartabat

🇺🇦 добродійний

🇵🇱 cnotliwy

🇯🇵 美徳のある

🇫🇷 vertueux

🇪🇸 virtuoso

🇹🇷 erdemli

🇰🇷 덕이 있는

🇸🇦 فاضل

🇨🇿 ctnostný

🇸🇰 cnostný

🇨🇳 有德的

🇸🇮 vrlinski

🇮🇸 dyggðugur

🇰🇿 негізгі

🇬🇪 სიმართლის მტკიცე

🇦🇿 düzgün

🇲🇽 virtuoso

Word origin

The word 'virtuous' originated from the Latin word 'virtuosus', which means 'excellent' or 'virtuous'. The concept of virtuous behavior has been valued in various cultures throughout history, with virtues such as honesty, integrity, and kindness being admired traits. The term has evolved to represent a person of high moral standards and ethical principles.