Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
moral-lesson
noun
/ˈmɔːrəl ˈlɛsən/
Definition
A moral lesson is a message or teaching that derives from a story or experience concerning what is considered right and wrong behavior.
Examples
- The story of the tortoise and the hare teaches a valuable moral lesson about perseverance.
- In many fables, the characters face situations that provide moral lessons to the audience.
- Teachers often use fairy tales to impart moral lessons to their students.
Meaning
Moral lessons often convey ethical principles and guide individuals on how to act in various situations.
Synonyms
- ethical teaching
- life lesson
- principle
- guidance
