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moral
/ˈmɒɹəl/
noun
(of a narrative) The ethical significance or practical lesson.
(chiefly in the plural) Moral practices or teachings: modes of conduct.
"a candidate with strong morals"
A morality play.
verb
To moralize.
adjective
Of or relating to principles of right and wrong in behaviour, especially for teaching right behaviour.
"moral judgments; a moral poem"
Conforming to a standard of right behaviour; sanctioned by or operative on one's conscience or ethical judgment.
"a moral obligation"
Capable of right and wrong action.
"a moral agent"
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