Rectitude (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈrɛktɪtjuːd/
Definition
Moral correctness; the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
Examples
Her rectitude in business dealings earned her the trust of her clients.
He was admired for his personal rectitude, even when faced with difficult choices.
The politician's lack of rectitude became apparent when the scandal broke.
How to Use Rectitude
- rectitude of (prepositional phrase)
- The quality of being morally right or honest in relation to a specific aspect. — "We must question the rectitude of his motives."
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