Virtue

/vˈɜːt‍ʃuː/

/ˈvɝtʃu/

[noun]

Virtue

[NOUN]

attitudes or manners exhibiting high moral standards

synonyms : moral excellence

virtuousness

any admirable quality or attribute

synonyms : merit

antonyms : demerit

morality with respect to sexual relations

synonyms : chastity

sexual morality

a particular moral excellence

Examples

1. When he lost his driver's license, he made a virtue out of necessity and got in shape by riding his bike to work.

2. As a business owner, I believe that virtue is its own reward, and that treating my employees and customers with respect, fairness, and honesty is the key to long-term success and fulfillment.

3. On the stump, he was a master at turning his simple speaking style into a political virtue.

4. When faced with a difficult situation, I try to remember that patience is a virtue and that taking a step back and waiting can often lead to better outcomes.