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View usage for: (vɜːʳtʃuəs) 1. adjectiveA virtuous person behaves in a moral and correct way. Louis was shown as an intelligent, courageous and virtuous family man. 2. adjectiveIf you describe someone as virtuous, you mean that they have done what they ought to do and feel very pleased with themselves, perhaps too pleased. I cleaned the flat, which left me feeling virtuous. Synonyms: self-righteous, pleased with yourself, smug More Synonyms of virtuous virtuously adverb [usually ADVERB with verb, oft ADVERB adjective] 'I've already done that,' said Ronnie virtuously. More Synonyms of virtuous virtuous in British English (ˈvɜːtʃʊəs) adjective1. characterized by or possessing virtue or moral excellence; righteous; upright 2. archaic (of women) chaste or virginal Derived forms virtuously (ˈvirtuously) adverb virtuousness (ˈvirtuousness) noun virtuous in American English (ˈvɜrtʃuəs) adjective1. having, or characterized by, moral virtue; righteous 2. chaste said of a woman 3. Archaic having potency; efficacious SIMILAR WORDS: chaste, ˈmoral Derived forms virtuously (ˈvirtuously) adverb virtuousness (ˈvirtuousness) noun Word origin ME vertuous < OFr vertuos < LL virtuosus < L virtus, worth, virtue Examples of 'virtuous' in a sentencevirtuous In other languagesvirtuous British English: virtuous ADJECTIVE A virtuous person behaves in a moral and correct way. He was a virtuous family man. - American English: virtuous
- Brazilian Portuguese: virtuoso
- Chinese: 品德高尚的
- European Spanish: virtuoso
- French: vertueux
- German: tugendhaft
- Italian: virtuoso
- Japanese: 高潔な
- Korean: 도덕적인
- European Portuguese: virtuoso
- Latin American Spanish: virtuoso
Definition morally good The president is portrayed as a virtuous family man. Synonyms squeaky-clean high-principled Opposites evil , corrupt , immoral , vicious , dishonest , wicked , sinful , depraved , debauched , unrighteous Definition (of a woman) chaste (old-fashioned) a virtuous maiden Synonyms Opposites loose , promiscuous , impure , unchaste I cleaned the flat, which left me feeling very virtuous. Additional synonymsa blameless life Synonyms innocent, clear, clean, upright, stainless, honest, immaculate, impeccable, virtuous, faultless, squeaky-clean, unblemished, unsullied, uninvolved, unimpeachable, untarnished, above suspicion, irreproachable, guiltless, unspotted, unoffending Definition unmarried or abstaining from sex, esp. because of a religious vow of chastity He found it hard to adapt to the celibate life of a monk. Synonyms chaste, single, unmarried, pure, virgin, continentDefinition in accordance with principles of professional conduct Would it be ethical to lie to save a person's life? Synonyms right, morally right, morally acceptable, good, just, fitting, fair, responsible, principled, correct, decent, proper, upright, honourable, honest, righteous, virtuousAdditional synonymsDefinition exceptionally good We complimented him on doing an excellent job. Synonyms outstanding, good, great (informal), fine, prime, capital, noted, choice, champion, cool (informal), select, brilliant, very good, cracking (British, informal), crucial (slang), mean (slang), superb, distinguished, fantastic (informal), magnificent, superior, sterling, worthy, first-class, marvellous, exceptional, terrific (informal), splendid, notable, mega (slang), topping (British, slang), sovereign, dope (slang), sick (slang), world-class, exquisite, admirable, exemplary, wicked (slang), first-rate, def (slang), superlative, top-notch (informal), brill (informal), nang (British, slang), pre-eminent, meritorious, estimable, tiptop, bodacious (slang, US), boffo (slang), the dog's bollocks (taboo, slang), jim-dandy (slang), A1 or A-one (informal), bitchin' (US, slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang), bakgat (South Africa) Definition so good as to be an example worthy of imitation He showed outstanding and exemplary courage in the face of danger. Synonyms ideal, good, fine, model, excellent, sterling, admirable, honourable, commendable, laudable, praiseworthy, meritorious, estimable, punctiliousDefinition truthful and moral in behaviour My dad was the most honest man I have ever met. Synonyms trustworthy, decent, upright, reliable, ethical, honourable, conscientious, reputable, truthful, virtuous, law-abiding, trusty, scrupulous, high-minded, veraciousDefinition principled I believe she is an honourable person. Synonyms principled, moral, ethical, just, true, fair, upright, honest, virtuous, trustworthy, trusty, high-minded, upstandingDefinition too honest to be bribed or corrupted She was a totally reliable and incorruptible leader. Synonyms honest, straight, upright, honourable, just, trustworthy, above suspicion, unbribable Definition without experience of evil the innocent child Synonyms pure, stainless, immaculate, moral, virgin, decent, upright, impeccable, righteous, pristine, wholesome, spotless, demure, chaste, unblemished, virginal, unsullied, sinless, incorrupt Definition displaying a sense of right and wrong The committee members are moral, competent people. Synonyms good, just, right, principled, pure, decent, innocent, proper, noble, ethical, upright, honourable, honest, righteous, virtuous, blameless, high-minded, chaste, upstanding, meritorious, incorruptibleDefinition deserving praise praiseworthy efforts Synonyms creditable, fine, excellent, worthy, admirable, honourable, exemplary, commendable, laudable, meritorious, estimableDefinition innocent pure and chaste thoughts Synonyms innocent, virgin, modest, good, true, moral, maidenly, upright, honest, immaculate, impeccable, righteous, virtuous, squeaky-clean, blameless, chaste, virginal, unsullied, guileless, uncorrupted, unstained, undefiled, unspotted Definition free from tainting or polluting matter demands for pure and clean river water Synonyms clean, immaculate, sterile, wholesome, sanitary, spotless, sterilized, squeaky-clean, unblemished, unadulterated, untainted, disinfected, uncontaminated, unpolluted, pasteurized, germ-free Additional synonymsDefinition moral, just, or virtuous She concluded that it was impossible to find one righteous person. Synonyms virtuous, good, just, fair, moral, pure, ethical, upright, honourable, honest, equitable, law-abiding, squeaky-clean, blamelessDefinition very pleased with oneself smug satisfaction Synonyms self-satisfied, superior, complacent, conceited, self-righteous, holier-than-thou, priggish, self-opinionated Definition perfectly clean Every morning cleaners make sure everything is spotless. Synonyms clean, immaculate, impeccable, white, pure, virgin, shining, gleaming, snowy, flawless, faultless, unblemished, virginal, unsullied, untarnished, unstained Definition honest or just a very upright, trustworthy man Synonyms honest, good, principled, just, true, faithful, ethical, straightforward, honourable, righteous, conscientious, virtuous, trustworthy, high-minded, above board, incorruptible, unimpeachableDefinition like a virgin It is traditional for a bride to wear virginal white. Synonyms chaste, pure, maidenly, virgin, immaculate, celibate, uncorrupted, undefiledDefinition deserving of admiration or respect worthy members of the community Synonyms praiseworthy, good, excellent, deserving, valuable, decent, reliable, worthwhile, respectable, upright, admirable, honourable, honest, righteous, reputable, virtuous, dependable, commendable, creditable, laudable, meritorious, estimable |