Moralizer — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈmȯr-ə-ˌlīz/ mor·al·ize

Meaning & Definition of Moralizer

Moralizer (verb)

  1. to explain or interpret morally
  2. to give a moral quality or direction to
  3. to improve the morals of

Moralizer (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in preacher, lecturer

    similar: catechist, lecturer, preacher, intern, practice teacher, reader, student teacher, governess, homeschooler, academe, academic, academician, didact, pedant, dean, docent, doctor, don, prof, professor, regius professor, drillmaster, inculcator, mentor, tutor, tutoress, coach, guide, guru, preparer, trainer, headmistress, instructress, mistress (chiefly British), schoolmarm, schoolmistress

  2. as in moralist, prude

    similar: bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, prude, puritan, wowser (chiefly Australian), fuddy-duddy, old maid, prig, spoilsport, stuffed shirt, goody-goody, Goody Two-shoes
    opposite: immoralist, libertarian, libertine, misbehaver

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Moralizer

The most common words with a similar meaning to Moralizer:

Chiefly British: mistress
Chiefly Australian: wowser
catechist, lecturer, preacher, intern, practice teacher, reader, student teacher, governess, homeschooler, academe, academic, academician, didact, pedant, dean, docent, doctor, don, prof, professor, regius professor, drillmaster, inculcator, mentor, tutor, tutoress, coach, guide, guru, preparer, trainer, headmistress, instructress, schoolmarm, schoolmistress, bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, prude

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Moralizer

Words with the opposite meaning of Moralizer:

immoralist, libertarian, libertine, misbehaver

Word Forms of Moralizer

Inflections: moralized, moralizing

Derived words: moralization (noun), moralizer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Moralizer

First known use: 15th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Moralizer

What does "Moralizer" mean?

"Moralizer" means to explain or interpret morally. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to explain or interpret morally. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Moralizer"?

Other words for "Moralizer" include catechist, lecturer, preacher, intern, practice teacher, reader, student teacher and governess. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Moralizer" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Moralizer"?

There are 50 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Moralizer". Common alternatives include catechist, lecturer, preacher, intern, practice teacher, reader, student teacher, governess, homeschooler and academe.

What is the opposite of "Moralizer"?

Antonyms of "Moralizer" include immoralist, libertarian, libertine and misbehaver.

Is "Moralizer" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Moralizer" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Moralizer"?

"Moralizer" is pronounced /ˈmȯr-ə-ˌlīz/ and divided into syllables as mor·al·ize.

What is the origin of the word "Moralizer"?

First known use: 15th centuryt.

What is another word for "Moralizer" meaning "as in preacher, lecturer"?

When "Moralizer" (noun) means as in preacher, lecturer, synonyms include catechist, lecturer, preacher, intern, practice teacher and reader.