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as in virtue
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong
given his reputation for unswerving morality, scandal of any kind would wreck his political career
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as in principles
the code of good conduct for an individual or group
the morality that members of the Mafia are expected to adhere to—or suffer the consequences
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Recent Examples of morality
In Duplicity, Tyler Perry’s latest thriller, Meagan Tandy and Kat Graham take on roles that challenge perception, morality, and trust.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
And yet, the movie doesn’t provide easy answers to any questions of motivation or morality or justice.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
Costello’s self-destructive testimony forces viewers to debate whether De Niro himself is in touch with legality, or the morality of politics.
—Armond White, National Review, 21 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, the Islamic Republic temporarily removed the morality police from the streets to ease tensions.
—Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 17 Mar. 2025
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Okla Jones, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
And yet, the movie doesn’t provide easy answers to any questions of motivation or morality or justice.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
Costello’s self-destructive testimony forces viewers to debate whether De Niro himself is in touch with legality, or the morality of politics.
—Armond White, National Review, 21 Mar. 2025
Ultimately, the Islamic Republic temporarily removed the morality police from the streets to ease tensions.
—Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for morality
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Modern business culture is in a constant state of evolution, and what was once seen as a virtue can sometimes be misinterpreted as a vice.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Rather, the influencers who extol offal’s virtues seem to do so on the basis of its nutrient density.—
Valerie Trapp,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
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By keeping discovery tied to the speedy trial clock, the governor’s proposal preserves the integrity of the 2019 reforms, but will not take us back to pre-2019.—
Mimi Rocah,
New York Daily News,
13 Apr. 2025
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Orlando, dies after long battle with cancer Defending elections integrity cost Alan Hays some friendships.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Apr. 2025
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Looking ahead, Danish sees the innovative casting in Last Call as part of a larger theater movement that challenges traditional norms and explores fresh creative approaches.—
Court Stroud,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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But in recent years, these norms have been weakening.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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These core values must be upheld with honesty, conviction, and consistency.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Michael’s raw, urban, industrial aesthetic, combined with searing honesty, is exactly what Jonathan wants for Rent.—
Jeffrey Seller,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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In 2022 alone, the state shipped nearly $24 billion of nuts, rice, tomatoes and other tasty goodness around the world.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Jones was a tremendous raconteur and an even better writer—his words, my goodness.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 Apr. 2025
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Boeing has faced criticism for its safety standards in recent years but claims its turnaround is underway.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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The storied manufacturer faced criticism for what many saw as slipping standards on its production lines in recent years.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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Reports from Italy suggest Motta’s lack of empathy, his coldness in character, also played a part in his dismissal.—
Emmet Gates,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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From a personality standpoint, many have praised Dart for his competitive mindset and character, something that coach Mike Tomlin often values.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Morality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/morality. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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