Synonyms of morality
11 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for morality is rectitude. Other synonyms of morality are mores. The opposite of morality is amorality.
Synonyms and similar words for morality
nounRecognition of the distinction between good and evil or between right and wrong; respect for and...
- decency
- rectitudeConformity to the rules prescribed for moral conduct; (moral) uprightness, virtue.
- righteousness
- uprightness
- virtuousnessThe state of being virtuous.
nounA set of social rules, customs, traditions, beliefs, or practices which specify proper, acceptable...
- conventions
- morals
- moresA set of moral norms or customs derived from generally accepted practices rather than written laws.
nounA lesson or pronouncement which contains advice about proper behavior.
nounMoral philosophy, the branch of philosophy which studies the grounds and nature of rightness...
- ethicsMorality.
- moral philosophyEthics.
Opposite of morality
nounAntonym(s) of “recognition of or obedience to the rules of right conduct”.
- amoralityLack or absence of morality.
- immorality
Meaning of morality
- noun Recognition of the distinction between good and evil or between right and wrong; respect for and obedience to the rules of right conduct; the mental disposition or characteristic of behaving in a manner intended to produce morally good results.
- noun A set of social rules, customs, traditions, beliefs, or practices which specify proper, acceptable forms of conduct.
- noun A set of personal guiding principles for conduct or a general notion of how to behave, whether respectable or not.
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Questions about synonyms of morality
- What is another word for morality?
- Morality has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as rectitude and mores.
- What is the opposite of morality?
- The opposite of morality is amorality.
- What does morality mean?
- Morality means recognition of the distinction between good and evil or between right and wrong; respect for and obedience to the rules of right conduct; the mental disposition or characteristic of behaving in a manner intended to produce morally good results.
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