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moral
/ˈmɒɹəl/
When used as an adjective, it operates on two levels: the systemic and the personal. In a systemic sense, it refers to the framework of ethics—the "moral compass" or "moral code" that governs what is permissible in a society. In a personal sense, it describes individual character. Calling someone "moral" implies they are not just following rules, but possess an internal integrity and virtue. It carries a positive, often solemn connotation of duty and righteousness. As a noun, the word shifts from ethics to pedagogy. It refers to the distilled wisdom or a cautionary lesson extracted from a narrative. This usage is common in fables or anecdotes where a complex event is reduced to a simple truth about human nature.
💬Trò chuyện
is it a moral fail if i just skim the readings and wing the essay?
stop coping. you're just lazy, not having a crisis.
Ý nghĩa
Concerned with the principles of right and wrong behavior.
"The committee is debating the moral implications of genetic engineering."
Holding high standards of proper behavior; virtuous.
"She has always been a moral person who stands up for the truth."
A lesson that can be derived from a story or experience.
"The moral of the story is that honesty is the best policy."