morally

English

Etymology

moral + -ly

Adverb

morally (comparative more morally, superlative most morally)

  1. In terms of morals or ethics.
    Morally, it is a difficult issue to deal with.
  2. In keeping of requirements of morality.
    to behave morally
  3. to all intents and purposes; practically.

Usage notes

  • Adjectives to which "morally" is often applied: right, wrong, good, bad, acceptable, unacceptable, responsible, correct, reprehensible, repugnant, corrupt, justified, questionable, neutral, objectionable, permissible, offensive, relevant, ambiguous.

Antonyms

  • (in keeping of requirements of morality): immorally

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