is virtuous
[ɪz ˈvɜːr.tʃu.əs]
verb phrase
é virtuoso/a
1. possesses or demonstrates high moral standards, integrity, and ethical behavior
She is virtuous in her dealings with others, always choosing honesty over personal gain.
Ela é virtuosa em suas relações com os outros, sempre escolhendo a honestidade em vez do ganho pessoal.
2. exhibits excellence or skill in a particular area or discipline
He is virtuous in his musical performances, demonstrating exceptional technical ability.
Ele é virtuoso em suas apresentações musicais, demonstrando excepcional habilidade técnica.
3. displays chastity, modesty, or sexual morality (archaic usage)
In Victorian times, a woman who is virtuous was highly respected in society.
Na época vitoriana, uma mulher que era virtuosa era muito respeitada na sociedade.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'virtuous' carries strong connotations of moral integrity and ethical conduct. In contemporary usage, it often applies to professional excellence (particularly in music and arts as 'virtuoso'), though the ethical dimension remains significant in literature and formal discourse. The term is less commonly used in everyday casual speech compared to more direct terms like 'moral' or 'honest.'
NYC Slang
keeps it real, straight-up moral
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