adjective; nounmasculine (noun); N/A (adjective)pl: morals (noun)
moral
1. relating to principles of right and wrong behavior
It is a moral obligation to help those in need.
É uma obrigação moral ajudar aqueles que precisam.
2. the practical lesson or principle to be derived from a story or experience
The moral of the fable is that slow and steady wins the race.
A moral da fábula é que a constância vence a pressa.
3. standards of good and bad behavior
Society has different moral standards across cultures.
A sociedade tem diferentes padrões morais em diferentes culturas.
4. relating to or concerned with the principles of right conduct
She took the moral high ground in the debate.
Ela tomou a superioridade moral no debate.
Related Idioms & Phrases
moral compass - the inner sense of right and wrong
moral victory - a psychological or symbolic victory despite not winning
moral hazard - lack of incentive to guard against risk
take the moral high ground - to claim superiority in ethical matters
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