Definition of Moral
Moral
mor·al
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
broadly relating to the principles of right and wrong in human character and behavior, for example teaching such principles;
e.g. They became engaged in a moral discussion of whether the scientific study used ethical practices.
(adjective)
relating to accepted standards of appropriate behavior in a particular situation or society, or conforming to such standards;
e.g. He was made to follow the moral code they had set whenever he was on the premises.
(adjective)
holding high standards of what is considered to be good or proper behavior;
e.g. They are all very moral individuals, so I trust that they will do the right thing.
(noun)
the lesson that can be learned from a story or experience or the significance carried by the story/experience, especially when this relates to the principles of right and wrong;
e.g. A folktale often has a moral that can be taught to children.
(noun)
a person's sense of right and wrong and the standards that dictate their thoughts, character, and behavior (used in the plural as "morals");
e.g. She has high morals, so I trusted that she would lie to me or be dishonest in her work.
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