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cardinal virtue

/ˈkɑːrdɪnəl ˈvɜːrtʃuː/

Tradução: Virtude fundamental que serve de base para o caráter moral; na filosofia clássica, refere-se tradicionalmente à prudência, à justiça, à temperança e à fortaleza.

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/ˈkɑːrdɪnəl ˈvɜːrtʃuː/C1formalart
  • ptVirtude fundamental que serve de base para o caráter moral; na filosofia clássica, refere-se tradicionalmente à prudência, à justiça, à temperança e à fortaleza.

A fundamental moral quality considered to be the basis of good character, traditionally referring to prudence, justice, temperance, and courage in classical philosophy.

  1. Core moral qualityC1formal

    One of the four primary moral virtues in classical philosophy: prudence, justice, temperance, and courage.

    ptVirtude cardinal

    • Prudence is considered a cardinal virtue in many ethical systems.
    • The ancient Greeks believed justice was a cardinal virtue.
    • Temperance, as a cardinal virtue, teaches moderation in all things.