← Back to Fala2Me
moral aim
[ˈmɔːrəl eɪm]
noun
pl: moral aims
objetivo moral
1.
A goal or purpose that is guided by ethical principles and values; an objective pursued with moral consideration
The organization's moral aim is to reduce poverty and promote justice.
O objetivo moral da organização é reduzir a pobreza e promover a justiça.
2.
An intention or target that is intended to achieve what is right or good according to moral standards
Her moral aim in volunteering is to help those in need.
Seu objetivo moral ao se voluntariar é ajudar os necessitados.
Synonyms
ethical objective
moral objective
virtuous goal
righteous purpose
moral purpose
Antonyms
immoral aim
unethical objective
selfish goal
corrupt purpose
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
objetivo moral
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
objetivo moral
Standard usage; may also use 'propósito moral'
São Paulo
objetivo moral
Commonly used in formal and academic contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
with good intentions
for the greater good
doing the right thing
moral compass
ethical framework
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →