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- [muh-ral-i-tee, maw-]
- /məˈræl ɪ ti, mɔ-/
- /məˈræl.ə.ti/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [muh-ral-i-tee, maw-]
- /məˈræl ɪ ti, mɔ-/
Definitions of morality word
- noun plural morality conformity to the rules of right conduct; moral or virtuous conduct. 1
- noun plural morality moral quality or character. 1
- noun plural morality virtue in sexual matters; chastity. 1
- noun plural morality a doctrine or system of morals. 1
- noun plural morality moral instruction; a moral lesson, precept, discourse, or utterance. 1
- noun plural morality morality play. 1
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Origin of morality
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English moralite < Late Latin mōrālitās. See moral, -ity
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Parts of speech for Morality
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
morality 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.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
morality usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for morality
noun morality
- righteousness — the quality or state of being righteous.
- morals — of, relating to, or concerned with the principles or rules of right conduct or the distinction between right and wrong; ethical: moral attitudes.
- probity — integrity and uprightness; honesty.
- philosophy — the rational investigation of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct.
- justice — Donald, 1925–2004, U.S. poet.
Antonyms for morality
noun morality
- indecency — the quality or condition of being indecent.
- dishonesty — lack of honesty; a disposition to lie, cheat, or steal.
- unfairness — not fair; not conforming to approved standards, as of justice, honesty, or ethics: an unfair law; an unfair wage policy.
- dishonor — lack or loss of honor; disgraceful or dishonest character or conduct.
- immorality — immoral quality, character, or conduct; wickedness; evilness.
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