Moralistic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Moralistic
Moralistic (adjective)
- characterized by or expressive of a concern with morality
- characterized by or expressive of a narrow moral attitude
Moralistic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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marked by or given to preaching moral values
"parental opinion was divided on the school's moralistic curriculum"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Moralistic
The most common words with a similar meaning to Moralistic:
Word Forms of Moralistic
Derived words: moralistically (adverb)
Origin & Etymology of Moralistic
First known use: 1845
Frequently Asked Questions about Moralistic
What does "Moralistic" mean?
"Moralistic" means characterized by or expressive of a concern with morality. As an adjective, it is defined as: characterized by or expressive of a concern with morality.
What is another word for "Moralistic"?
Other words for "Moralistic" include didactic, homiletic, moralizing, preachy, sententious and sermonic. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Moralistic" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Moralistic"?
There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Moralistic". Common alternatives include didactic, homiletic, moralizing, preachy, sententious and sermonic.
How do you use "Moralistic" in a sentence?
Examples of "Moralistic" in a sentence: "parental opinion was divided on the school's moralistic curriculum".
Is "Moralistic" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Moralistic" is an adjective.
How do you pronounce "Moralistic"?
"Moralistic" is pronounced /ˌmȯr-ə-ˈli-stik/ and divided into syllables as mor·al·is·tic.
What is the origin of the word "Moralistic"?
First known use: 1845.
What is another word for "Moralistic" meaning "marked by or given to preaching moral values"?
When "Moralistic" (adjective) means marked by or given to preaching moral values, synonyms include didactic, homiletic, moralizing, preachy, sententious and sermonic.