Morality

/məˈrælɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.
    The lawyer argued that the morality of the defendant's actions was questionable.

Commentary

In legal contexts, morality often informs but does not solely determine the law; drafters should distinguish between moral beliefs and legal obligations.

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