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ACT Humanities - Moral Behavior

Here you will learn some English words related to moral behavior, such as "equitable", "fidelity", "conscience", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for Humanities
integrity
[noun]

the quality of having a strong sense of morality

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dignity
[noun]

the quality of being worthy of respect and honor, which can be attributed to a person's behavior, actions, or sense of self-worth

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decency
[noun]

the quality of being proper, polite, and conformity to social norms

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sincerity
[noun]

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

Ex: The letter conveyed a sincerity that reassured her of his true feelings .
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probity
[noun]

the quality of abiding by the highest moral principles

Ex: probity in handling the company ’s finances earned him widespread respect .
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tolerance
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willingness to accept behavior or opinions that are against one's own

Ex: The festival celebrated tolerance, showcasing traditions from various ethnic groups .
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the quality of showing kindness, generosity, and a desire to do good for others

Ex: They were moved by beneficence of strangers who came to their aid after the disaster .
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an internalized set of values and principles that guide a person’s decisions about what is right and wrong

Ex: When faced with a moral dilemma , she always relied on moral compass to guide her actions .
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the quality of being kind, understanding and unselfish, especially in providing money or gifts to others

Ex: He was known for generosity, often surprising friends and strangers with thoughtful gifts and acts of kindness .
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an internal guide for behavior based on principles of right and wrong according to an established code of ethics

Ex: conscience urged her to apologize for the misunderstanding .
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the activity of helping people, particularly financially

Ex: philanthropy helped countless families .
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the fact of being responsible for what someone does and being able to explain the reasons

Ex: The team leader accepted accountability for the project 's failure .
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fidelity
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the quality of showing loyalty and faithfulness to someone or something

Ex: fidelity to the company was evident in her dedication to every project .
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the quality of being genuine, real, or true

Ex: authenticity of the document was confirmed by several experts in the field .
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the state in which a person or an organization is highly respected and esteemed by others

Ex: She worked hard to build a reputation as a trustworthy leader in the community .
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prestige
[noun]

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

Ex: His position as CEO carries a great deal prestige and responsibility .
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to give up something of value for the sake of something else

Ex: Environmental activists sacrifice personal convenience to reduce their ecological footprint .
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aphorism
[noun]

a concise and memorable expression that contains a general truth or principle

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maxim
[noun]

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

Ex: " A penny saved is a penny earned " is maxim advocating frugality and the importance of saving money .
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principle
[noun]

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

Ex: Honesty is a principle in his approach to both business and personal relationships .
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a reason, explanation, or excuse that demonstrates something to be right, reasonable, or necessary

Ex: justification for missing the meeting was that he had an unavoidable family emergency .
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homage
[noun]

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

Ex: The election victory was seen as homage to his late father 's long political career .
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equitable
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The school equitable practices to support students from diverse backgrounds .
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venerable
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Residents take pride in their townvenerable landmarks impressively enduring a century or more since erection .
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charitable
[Adjective]

kind and generous toward the less fortunate

Ex: charitable organization provided food and shelter to homeless individuals during the harsh winter months .
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benevolent
[Adjective]

showing kindness and generosity

Ex: The charity was supported by benevolent donor who wished to remain anonymous .
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righteous
[Adjective]

acting in accordance with moral principles, without compromise or wrongdoing

Ex: It is important to strive righteous conduct in both personal and professional life .
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altruistic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: altruistic acts of kindness , such as helping an elderly neighbor , became her daily routine .
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staunch
[Adjective]

showing strong support for a person, cause, or belief

Ex: The company 's success can be attributed to staunch loyalty of its customers .
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guileless
[Adjective]

straightforward in conduct and communication, without hidden motives or manipulation

Ex: Politicians need a certain amount of guile but the guileless candidate spoke their mind without carefully weighing every word.
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faithful
[Adjective]

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

Ex: faithful fans of the band waited eagerly for their latest album , demonstrating unwavering support for their music .
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wholesome
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She enjoyed wholesome books that imparted valuable life lessons and positive messages .
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to give all or most of one's time, effort, or resources to a particular activity, cause, or person

Ex: dedicated his energy to mastering a new skill .
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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

Ex: Engaging in practices such as yoga and tai chi can help individuals to enlightened.
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to preach
[Verb]

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

Ex: He annoyed his friends with his tendency preach about the dangers of technology and social media , urging them to disconnect and live in the moment .
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to devote
[Verb]

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

Ex: The team devote extra hours next week to meeting the project deadline .
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