Morality

usgb/məˈræləti/
noun

The principles that help you decide what is right and wrong.

Stealing goes against my sense of morality.
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Often appears as...

  • sense of morality
  • personal morality
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Personal Choice

Morality is subjective and can differ from person to person based on their beliefs.

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Her morality led her to volunteer at the shelter.
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Social Influence

While personal, morality is often influenced by societal norms and expectations.

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Society's morality frowns upon lying and cheating.
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Context Sensitive

The definition of what is moral can change depending on the situation.

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In some contexts, breaking the law could be seen as a moral act.
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