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moralismo

[mo.ra.LIZ.mu]
nounmasculinepl: moralismos
moralism
1. Excessive or rigid adherence to moral principles; often implies self-righteous or judgmental behavior based on strict moral standards
His moralismo made it difficult for him to accept people's flaws.
O moralismo dele dificultava a aceitação dos defeitos das pessoas.
2. A philosophical or ethical system that emphasizes moral values as the foundation of human conduct
The author criticized the moralismo of Victorian society.
O autor criticou o moralismo da sociedade vitoriana.
3. Moralistic teachings or preaching, especially when considered pedantic or sanctimonious
The film rejected the moralismo of traditional narratives.
O filme rejeitou o moralismo das narrativas tradicionais.
Synonyms
puritanismorigidez moralmoralidade excessiva
Antonyms
amoralismorelativismopermissividade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
moralismo
Standard usage; commonly used to criticize overly strict moral judgment
Portugal
moralismo
Standard usage; equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese with same connotations

Related Idioms & Phrases

moralismo de fachada (fake moralism; appearance of morality)
puro moralismo (pure moralizing; sanctimonious behavior)
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