English Words for "Virtue" | SAT Vocabulary

authenticity

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the quality of being genuine, real, or true

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The museum curator verified the authenticity of the ancient artifact.

Her speech resonated with the audience due to its authenticity and heartfelt message.

reputation

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the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

disrepute

prestige

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the respect and admiration that someone or something receives based on perceived importance, quality, or achievement

sincerity

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the state of being genuine, honest, and free from pretense or lies

insincerity

probity

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the quality of abiding by the highest moral principles

sacrifice

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the act of giving up something valuable or important for the sake of something else regarded as more important or worthy

tolerance

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willingness to accept behavior or opinions that are against one's own

intolerance

maxim

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a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom

principle

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a fundamental belief or guideline based on what is morally right that influences one's actions and decisions

justification

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a reason, explanation, or excuse that demonstrates something to be right, reasonable, or necessary

beneficence

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the quality of showing kindness, generosity, and a desire to do good for others

maleficence

moral compass

noun

/mˈɔːɹəl kˈʌmpəs/

an internalized set of values and principles that guide a person’s decisions about what is right and wrong

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compound noun

homage

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a show of respect or admiration for someone or something, often expressed through a creative work such as a painting, poem, or song

What is "homage"?

Homage is the display of respect for someone or something, often through creative work. It is a way to acknowledge the influence, achievements, or significance of a person, idea, or style. For example, an artist might create a piece of art that pays homage to a famous artist by mimicking their style or including elements that represent their influence. Homage can be expressed through various forms, including art, music, literature, and other creative expressions.

generosity

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the quality of being kind, understanding and unselfish, especially in providing money or gifts to others

stinginess

conscience

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an internal guide for behavior based on principles of right and wrong according to an established code of ethics

philanthropy

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the activity of helping people, particularly financially

accountability

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the fact of being responsible for what someone does and being able to explain the reasons

fidelity

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the quality of showing loyalty and faithfulness to someone or something

infidelity

equitable

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ensuring fairness and impartiality, so everyone gets what they rightfully deserve

inequitable

venerable

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Approving

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worthy of great respect and admiration due to being extremely old or aged

charitable

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kind and generous toward the less fortunate

uncharitable

benevolent

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kind and generous in helping others

righteous

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acting in accordance with moral principles, without compromise or wrongdoing

altruistic

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acting selflessly for the well-being of others, often prioritizing their needs over one's own

egoistic

staunch

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showing strong support for a person, cause, or belief

guileless

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straightforward in conduct and communication, without hidden motives or manipulation

faithful

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staying loyal and dedicated to a certain person, idea, group, etc.

unfaithful

wholesome

Adjective

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deserving of respect, approval, or admiration due to qualities such as excellence, virtue, skill, or achievement

unwholesome

to enlighten

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to give someone spiritual knowledge or insight in order to deepen their understanding of themselves, their surroundings, or their relationship with a higher power or spiritual entity

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to preach

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to give advice to people about what they should or should not do in a way that might annoy or bore them

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to dedicate

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to give all or most of one's time, effort, or resources to a particular activity, cause, or person

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to devote

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to give one's time or commit oneself entirely to a certain matter, cause, or activity

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transitive

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