Moral (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles; "moral sense"; "a moral scrutiny"; "a moral lesson"; "a moral quandary"; "moral convictions"; "a moral life".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Antonyms

• Immoral

Related Words

• Morality (noun)

Meaning ²

Psychological rather than physical or tangible in effect; "a moral victory"; "moral support".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The charity gave moral support to the family during their difficult time.
• Her speech was a moral boost to the students on their first day of school.
• The team scored a moral victory by competing against a much stronger opponent.
• The moral impact of the bullying on the child was severe and long-lasting.
• The charity event provided moral encouragement to those affected by the disaster.