Virtue

usgb/ˈvɜːrtʃuː/
noun

The quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong.

Honesty is considered as a virtue in many cultures.
Visual representation of "virtue" - The quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong.

Often appears as...

  • virtue of honesty
  • virtue of kindness
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Moral High Ground

Use 'virtue' when praising or aiming for high moral standards.

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He upheld his virtue against all corruption.
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Cultural Interpretation

Recognize that the idea of 'virtue' can vary greatly between cultures.

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What is seen as a virtue in one culture may be different in another.
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