Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the moral high ground

phrase

/ðə ˈmɔrəl haɪ ɡraʊnd/

Definition

A position that is considered to be ethically superior or more virtuous than an opposing viewpoint.

Examples

During the debate, she took the moral high ground by emphasizing the importance of honesty.
He felt that holding onto his principles gave him the moral high ground in their argument.

Meaning

The moral high ground refers to a situation where someone believes that their ethical stance is better than that of others, often used in debates or discussions about right and wrong.