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- [mawr-uh-lahyz, mor-]
- /ˈmɔr əˌlaɪz, ˈmɒr-/
- /ˈmɒr.əl.aɪz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mawr-uh-lahyz, mor-]
- /ˈmɔr əˌlaɪz, ˈmɒr-/
Definitions of moralise word
- verb without object moralise to reflect on or express opinions about something in terms of right and wrong, especially in a self-righteous or tiresome way. 1
- verb with object moralise to explain in a moral sense, or draw a moral from. 1
- verb with object moralise to improve the morals of. 1
- noun moralise Alternative spelling of moralize. 1
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Origin of moralise
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English moralisen < Medieval Latin mōrālizāre. See moral, -ize
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Parts of speech for Moralise
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
moralise popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
moralise usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for moralise
verb moralise
- preach — to proclaim or make known by sermon (the gospel, good tidings, etc.).
- lecture — a speech read or delivered before an audience or class, especially for instruction or to set forth some subject: a lecture on Picasso's paintings.
- sermonise — to deliver or compose a sermon; preach.
- criticise — criticize
- nag — to annoy by persistent faultfinding, complaints, or demands.
Antonyms for moralise
verb moralise
- praise — the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
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