moral sense

• Capacidade ou sentimento de distinguir o bem do mal, frequentemente baseado em princípios éticos ou na consciência.

The ability or faculty to distinguish between right and wrong, often based on ethical principles or conscience.

1. Innate ethical compassB2formal

   The natural ability to distinguish between right and wrong, guiding behavior and decisions.

   Senso moral

   • Her moral sense prevented her from lying to the committee.
   • Children develop a moral sense as they grow older.
   • His moral sense was offended by the unfair treatment of the workers.

2. ConscienceB2formal

   An inner feeling or voice that judges one's actions as good or bad.

   Consciência moral

   • He acted according to his moral sense, even when it was difficult.
   • A strong moral sense helps people resist temptation.
   • She felt a pang of guilt because her moral sense was troubled.