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virtue Synonyms

Another word for virtue

Choosing another word for virtue depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Behavior showing high moral standards; general moral excellence and righteousness.

Usage Example

"Philosophers have long debated whether civic righteousness can be taught in schools."

Strongest
righteousness
rectitude
morality
goodness
integrity
Strong
probity
uprightness
honor

• noun (Context 2)

A specific quality or trait considered morally good or desirable in a person.

Usage Example

"Patience is an essential merit when mentoring young students."

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merit
grace
strength

• noun (Context 3)

A useful, advantageous, or beneficial quality of a thing or plan.

Usage Example

"The main merit of the new software is its simplicity and ease of use."

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merit
advantage
Strong
asset
benefit
strength
strong point
plus

Opposites of virtue

The opposite of virtue shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

vice
drawback
immorality
disadvantage
iniquity
wickedness
depravity
downside
See all opposites of virtue

• Nearby Words

virtual
virtualize
virtually
virtue
virtuoso
virtuous
virtuously

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Virtue. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/virtue
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