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value systems

value systems is the plural of value system.

Meaning of value system

Noun

value system (plural value systems)

  1. A hierarchy of values that all moral beings have, reflected in their choices. Most people's value systems differ. It's an individualistic concept. One's value system is molded by one's virtues or vices, and experiences.
  2. A person's standards and self-discipline set, based on the common sense and wisdom of knowing what the proper moral rules and discipline are, and the amount of willingness to see themselves and others abide by them.
    • ‘Why was that self-sacrifice?’ ‘Because they were mine!’ said Ford, crossly. ‘I think we have different value systems.’ ‘Well, mine's better.’1992, Douglas Adams, chapter 18, in Mostly Harmless (The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy), page 166

Questions about value systems

What is value systems the plural of?
Value systems is the plural of value system.

Words near value systems in the dictionary

  1. value raising
  2. value restriction
  3. value statement
  4. value statements
  5. value system
  6. value systems
  7. value theories
  8. value theory
  9. value trap
  10. value traps
  11. value type

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