Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unvirtue
Noun
/ʌnˈvɜːr.tjuː/
Definition
A quality or act that goes against moral principles; the absence of virtue.
Examples
- The politician’s unvirtue was exposed in the scandal, tarnishing his reputation.
- She vowed to distance herself from the unvirtue that her peers often exhibited.
- The novel explores the theme of unvirtue versus virtue through its complex characters.
Meaning
Unvirtue refers to behaviors or characteristics that are considered morally wrong or unethical. It signifies a departure from what is deemed virtuous or good.
Synonyms
- Immorality
- Corruption
- Vice
- Wickedness