morality

• Nom désignant les principes concernant la distinction entre le bien et le mal, ou le bon et le mauvais comportement, ainsi que la motivation qui découle de ces principes.

A noun referring to the principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior, as well as the motivation derived from such principles.

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1. Principles of right and wrongB2formal

   A set of principles concerning the distinction between good and evil or right and wrong behavior.

   Moralité

   • The philosopher discussed the foundations of human morality.
   • Her actions were guided by a strong sense of morality.
   • Different cultures have different views on morality.

   Synonymesrighteousnessvirtue

   Antonymesevilimmoralityvicewickedness

2. Ethical motivationB2formal

   The motivation to act based on ideas of right and wrong, rather than personal gain or fear of punishment.

   motivation éthique

   • He donated the money out of morality, not for recognition.
   • Her decision was driven by morality, not by the law.
   • Morality often compels people to help strangers in need.

   Synonymesconsciencemoral sense

   Antonymesimmorality