Lingo

Moral Behavior

36 Words

18m

integrity
1.
in
teg
ri
ty
Noun

the state of being together as one and not separated or broken into parts

The integrity of the building was compromised after the earthquake.

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dignity
2.
dig
ni
ty
Noun

the quality of being worthy of respect and honor, which can be attributed to a person's behavior, actions, or sense of self-worth

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decency
3.
de
cen
cy
Noun

the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality

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sincerity
4.
sin
ce
ri
ty
Noun

the state of being genuine, honest, and free from pretense or lies

Her sincerity in apologizing made it easy for him to forgive her.

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probity
5.
pro
bi
ty
Noun

the quality of abiding by the highest moral principles

The judge was known for her unwavering probity and fairness.

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tolerance
6.
to
le
rance
Noun

willingness to accept behavior or opinions that are against one's own

The community prided itself on its tolerance, welcoming people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

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beneficence
7.
be
ne
fi
cence
Noun

the quality of showing kindness, generosity, and a desire to do good for others

Her beneficence was evident in her tireless work at the local food bank.

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moral compass
Noun

an internalized set of values and principles that guide a person’s decisions about what is right and wrong

Her strong moral compass always guided her to make decisions that were fair and just.

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generosity
9.
ge
ne
ro
si
ty
Noun

the quality of being kind, understanding and unselfish, especially in providing money or gifts to others

His generosity knew no bounds, as he donated large sums of money to various charities every year.

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conscience
10.
cons
cience
Noun

an internal guide for behavior based on principles of right and wrong according to an established code of ethics

Her conscience told her that what she had done was wrong.

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philanthropy
11.
phi
lanth
ro
py
Noun

the activity of helping people, particularly financially

Her philanthropy funded new schools.

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accountability
12.
a
ccount
a
bi
li
ty
Noun

the fact of being responsible for what someone does and being able to explain the reasons

The manager emphasized the importance of accountability in the workplace.

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fidelity
13.
fi
de
li
ty
Noun

the quality of showing loyalty and faithfulness to someone or something

He admired the dog's fidelity to its owner.

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authenticity
14.
au
then
ti
ci
ty
Noun

the quality of being genuine, real, or true

The museum curator verified the authenticity of the ancient artifact.

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reputation
15.
rep
u
ta
tion
Noun

the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

His reputation was damaged after the scandal was exposed to the public.

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prestige
16.
pres
tige
Noun

the respect and admiration that someone or something receives based on perceived importance, quality, or achievement

Graduating from an Ivy League university can bring a significant amount of prestige.

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sacrifice
17.
sac
ri
fice
Verb

to give up something of value for the sake of something else

Parents often sacrifice personal time to ensure the well-being and happiness of their children.

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aphorism
18.
a
pho
ri
sm
Noun

a concise, memorable statement that expresses a general truth, principle, or observation, often witty or philosophical

"If it ain't broke, don't fix it" is a classic aphorism.

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maxim
19.
max
im
Noun

a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom

"Honesty is the best policy" is a well-known maxim that emphasizes the importance of truthfulness in all situations.

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principle
20.
prin
ci
ple
Noun

a fundamental rule that is considered to be true and can serve as a basis for further reasoning or behavior

The scientific method is based on the principle of empirical evidence, requiring observations and experiments to support hypotheses.

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justification
21.
jus
ti
fi
ca
tion
Noun

a reason, explanation, or excuse that demonstrates something to be right, reasonable, or necessary

He provided a detailed justification for the changes he proposed to the project plan.

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homage
22.
ho
mage
Noun

a show of respect or admiration for someone or something, often expressed through a creative work such as a painting, poem, or song

The artist paid homage to Picasso by including some of his signature styles in the new painting.

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equitable
23.
eq
ui
ta
ble
Adjective

ensuring fairness and impartiality, so everyone gets what they rightfully deserve

Labor unions strive to ensure workers receive equitable pay, benefits and safe working conditions.

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venerable
24.
ve
ne
ra
ble
Adjective

worthy of great respect due to age, wisdom, or character

She sought guidance from the venerable monk, known for his wisdom and compassion.

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charitable
25.
cha
ri
ta
ble
Adjective

willing to give money, time, or resources to help others, especially those less fortunate

The woman was so charitable she gave away half her salary to local shelters.

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benevolent
26.
be
ne
vo
lent
Adjective

showing kindness and generosity

The benevolent old man would often buy lunch for strangers at the local cafe.

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righteous
27.
righ
teous
Adjective

having strong moral integrity and a commitment to doing what is right

She is a righteous leader who always puts fairness first.

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altruistic
28.
alt
ruis
tic
Adjective

acting selflessly for the well-being of others, often prioritizing their needs over one's own

His altruistic actions included regularly volunteering at the local homeless shelter.

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staunch
29.
staunch
Adjective

showing strong support for a person, cause, or belief

Despite criticism from others, she remained a staunch advocate for human rights.

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guileless
30.
guile
less
Adjective

sincere and free from deceit

Her guileless smile made everyone feel at ease.

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faithful
31.
faith
ful
Adjective

staying loyal and dedicated to a certain person, idea, group, etc.

Despite the challenges, she remained a faithful friend, always ready to offer support and encouragement.

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wholesome
32.
whole
some
Adjective

having qualities that promote good health and well-being

The wholesome habits of staying hydrated and managing stress played a key role in her overall wellness.

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dedicate
33.
de
di
cate
Verb

to give all or most of one's time, effort, or resources to a particular activity, cause, or person

She decided to dedicate her weekends to volunteering at the local animal shelter.

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enlighten
34.
en
ligh
ten
Verb

to give clarification or knowledge to someone about a particular subject or situation

The documentary aimed to enlighten viewers about the impact of climate change on the planet.

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preach
35.
preach
Verb

to give a religious speech, particularly in a church

Every Sunday, the pastor preaches sermons to the congregation, sharing biblical wisdom.

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devote
36.
de
vote
Verb

to assign something, such as resources or funds, to a particular purpose or use

The company decided to devote a significant portion of its budget to research and development.

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