Private conduct based on strict adherence to a sanctioned or accepted code or dogma of what is right or wrong, particularly as proclaimed in a sacred book, or by a non-secular group or sect. Once practically interchangeable with 'ethical,' this term has acquired quasi-religious connotations and has moved closer to 'righteous' following the recent (second half of the 20th century) schism between private morality and public morality.
Use 'moral' in a Sentence
A firm believer in right and wrong, Michael lived by a strict moral code and he knew that he had to return the woman's purse immediately.
Cheating on your test is one thing but lying to your teacher is worse and neither of those things are moral.
Although making a profit is essential for any business, companies should strive to avoid crossing moral lines merely for the purpose of improving the bottom line.
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Morals and Ethics
"I think 'immoral' is probably the wrong word to use... I prefer the word 'unethical.'"