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Definition moral in British English

moral adjective

adjective
/ˈmɒrəl/
1

relating to right and wrong and the way that people should behave

Example

our children's religious and moral education

Example

moral standards/principles/values

Example

Stephen was faced with the moral dilemma of whether to return the money he had found.

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1.1

based on what you believe is right rather than what the law or rules say is right

Example

You're not legally required to inform them, but it is a moral obligation.

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1.2

a moral person always tries to behave in the right way

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Definition moral in British English