Word
virtue
Meanings
a good moral quality or habit, such as honesty, kindness, or courage
the general standard of moral goodness in a person or society
an advantage or beneficial quality of something
Definition
Virtue is a good moral quality or habit, such as honesty or kindness.
Virtue is a moral quality that is considered good and worth having, like courage, fairness, or patience. It can describe a person’s character or the habit of doing the right thing. In some contexts, it also means a particular advantage or strong point of something.
Examples
- Honesty is a virtue that builds trust.
- She showed great virtue by admitting her mistake.
- Patience is a virtue when you are learning a new skill.
- By virtue of his experience, he led the team confidently.
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