English Explanatory Dictionary

moral imperative

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A practice, policy, or state of affairs which is required and justified by the fact that it is morally right.
  2. An ethical principle or rule which requires and justifies a practice, policy, or state of affairs.

Word forms

moral imperative moral imperatives

Related words

categorical imperative duty
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