moral

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈmɒrəl/
• (US) IPA: /ˈmɔːrəl/

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Adjective

Positive moral

Comparative more moral

Superlative most moral

1. Doing something that is moral means you are doing something good. Usually, this is doing things that are seen as right by most people without thought (informally). Often what is moral is based on religion or culture.
   • Synonyms: good, honest, right and righteous
   • Antonyms: immoral, bad, evil and wrong

   John, don't do that, it's not very moral.

Related words

• morality

See also

• ethical

Noun

Singular moral

Plural morals

1. Teachings of what is right and what is wrong.

   Mr. Johnson is known for his good morals.

2. Something that is learned from a story or event; a lesson.

   The moral of The Tortoise and the Hare is "slow and steady wins the race".

Related words

• morality

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