Synonyms for

Moral

Verb / ˈmɔ:rʌl / Another word for moral — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to principles of right and wrong behavior

Synonyms & similar words

lesson immoral ethical virtuous righteous upright honest decent good just principled scrupulous conscientious high-minded noble right-minded pure chaste innocent blameless unblemished impeccable

Synonyms by register

Formal

virtuous righteous principled upright

Informal

good decent straight on the level

Literary

chaste pure saintly

Antonyms

immoral unethical corrupt wicked sinful vile dishonest

Common collocations

  • moral compass
  • moral code
  • moral obligation
  • moral dilemma
  • moral fiber
  • moral decay
  • moral support
  • moral principle

Word family

noun morality
adjective moral
adverb morally

Usage note

Often used to describe behavior or principles related to right and wrong. Can sometimes be used to mean 'related to the mind' (e.g., 'moral support'), but this is less common than its ethical meaning.

Example sentences

  1. She always tries to make the moral choice.
  2. The story had a moral lesson about honesty.
  3. It's important to have a strong moral compass.
  4. He has a moral obligation to tell the truth.
  5. She questioned the moral implications of the decision.

Quotes

  • Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.
  • Happiness is not something readymade. It comes from your own actions.

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