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- [mawr-uh-list, mor-]
- /ˈmɔr ə lɪst, ˈmɒr-/
- /ˌmɒr.əlˈɪs.tɪk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mawr-uh-list, mor-]
- /ˈmɔr ə lɪst, ˈmɒr-/
Definitions of moralistic word
- noun moralistic a person who teaches or inculcates morality. 1
- noun moralistic a philosopher concerned with the principles of morality. 1
- noun moralistic a person who practices morality. 1
- noun moralistic a person concerned with regulating the morals of others, as by imposing censorship. 1
- noun moralistic Characteristic of or relating to a narrow-minded concern of the morals of others; self-righteous. 1
- adjective moralistic preachy 1
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Origin of moralistic
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
First recorded in 1615-25; moral + -ist
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Parts of speech for Moralistic
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moralistic popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for moralistic
adj moralistic
- virtuous — conforming to moral and ethical principles; morally excellent; upright: Lead a virtuous life.
- honest — honorable in principles, intentions, and actions; upright and fair: an honest person.
- proper — adapted or appropriate to the purpose or circumstances; fit; suitable: the proper time to plant strawberries.
- honorable — in accordance with or characterized by principles of honor; upright: They were all honorable men.
- principled — imbued with or having moral principles (often used in combination): high-principled.
adjective moralistic
- moralizing — to reflect on or express opinions about something in terms of right and wrong, especially in a self-righteous or tiresome way.
- moralising — to reflect on or express opinions about something in terms of right and wrong, especially in a self-righteous or tiresome way.
- didactic — Something that is didactic is intended to teach people something, especially a moral lesson.
- strait-laced — excessively strict in conduct or morality; puritanical; prudish: strait-laced censors.
- serious — of, showing, or characterized by deep thought.
Antonyms for moralistic
adj moralistic
- dishonest — not honest; disposed to lie, cheat, or steal; not worthy of trust or belief: a dishonest person.
- immoral — violating moral principles; not conforming to the patterns of conduct usually accepted or established as consistent with principles of personal and social ethics.
- unethical — lacking moral principles; unwilling to adhere to proper rules of conduct.
- unjust — not just; lacking in justice or fairness: unjust criticism; an unjust ruler.
- corrupt — Someone who is corrupt behaves in a way that is morally wrong, especially by doing dishonest or illegal things in return for money or power.
adjective moralistic
- dishonourable — showing lack of honor or integrity; ignoble; base; disgraceful; shameful: Cheating is dishonorable.
- evil — Profoundly immoral and malevolent.
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