virtuousness

noun

Definition of virtuousnessnext
as in virtue
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong once a cleric's virtuousness is seriously called into doubt, he loses his authority as a moral leader

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  1. virtue
  2. morality
  3. integrity
  4. honesty
  5. goodness
Noun
  • Narratives about the virtue of the state and the necessity of the war should be clear, legible, obvious.
    — Joshua Yaffa, The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The virtues of index investing for the ordinary investor are indisputable.
    — Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of virtue
Noun
  • Ultimately, the Islamic Republic temporarily removed the morality police from the streets to ease tensions.
    — Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, Foreign Affairs, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The playwright believes this frankness lends the play a relatable and powerful authenticity, prompting audiences to reflect deeply on issues of legacy, morality, and historical accountability.
    — Court Stroud, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of morality
Noun
  • Implementing a data integrity strategy to ensure data has not been tampered with is a critical component in combating AI bias.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Confidentiality is a crucial part of our work and is essential to protect the integrity of the investigations and to ensure the safety and security of victims, witnesses, and all those with whom the Office interacts.
    — Efrat Lachter, Fox News, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of integrity
Noun
  • Her story is a testament to the power of honesty—both with oneself and with others.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Embrace Radical Transparency At Every Level The undercurrent of the first three strategies is pretty clear: honesty.
    — Drew Gerber, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of honesty
Noun
  • Sauvignon Blanc – The Zesty One For those who like their wines fresh, zippy, and full of citrusy goodness, Sauvignon Blanc is the way to go.
    — Emily Price, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • While 29% of Americans go for apple pie, 23% of Americans used Instacart in 2024 to order a spiced, creamy pumpkin pie full of autumn goodness (West Coasters and Floridians order pumpkin pie year-round!).
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of goodness
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