amoral
|a-mor-al|
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/eɪˈmɔːrəl/
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/eɪˈmɒrəl/
without moral sense
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amoral' originates from the prefix 'a-' meaning 'without' and the word 'moral', which comes from Latin 'moralis', meaning 'pertaining to manners'.
Historical Evolution
'amoral' was formed in the 19th century by combining the prefix 'a-' with 'moral'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without moral sense', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something.
The character in the novel was portrayed as amoral, caring little for the consequences of his actions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42