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morality

|mo/ral/i/ty|

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/məˈræləti/

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/məˈrælɪti/

principles of right and wrong

Etymology
Etymology Information

'morality' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'moralitas,' where 'moral-' meant 'custom' or 'manner.'

Historical Evolution

'moralitas' transformed into the Old French word 'moralité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'morality.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'customs or manners,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'principles of right and wrong.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

The morality of the decision was questioned by many.

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Noun 2

a particular system of values and principles of conduct, especially one held by a specified person or society.

Victorian morality was very strict.

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