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moralistic

UK
/ˌmɒrəˈlɪstɪk/
US
/ˌmɔːrəˈlɪstɪk/

Translations

moralisticadjective
more moralistic
Comp.
most moralistic
Super.
UK
/ˌmɒrəˈlɪstɪk/
US
/ˌmɔːrəˈlɪstɪk/
His moralistic views often led to heated debates.
Его моралистические взгляды часто приводили к жарким спорам.
Synonyms
pious
holier-than-thou
priggish
self-righteous
sanctimonious
didactic

Definitions

moralisticadjective
Characterized by a narrow and conventional moral attitude, often with a tendency to judge others' behavior.
Her moralistic views made it difficult for her to accept her friend's lifestyle choices.
Concerned with or relating to morality, especially in a way that is overly concerned with making moral judgments.
The novel was criticized for its moralistic tone, which some readers found preachy.
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