moralization — The process of treating or interpreting something as a matter of morality, often by imposing moral judgments on issues that may not inherently involve them.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The process of treating or interpreting something as a matter of morality, often by imposing moral judgments on issues that may not inherently involve them.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmɔːr.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Example Sentences
- My friend's moralization of coffee drinking made me feel guilty for having a second cup.
- Researchers study the moralization of dietary choices in modern society.
- The moralization of social media use turned a simple app into a battleground of guilt.
moralization
NOUN[/ˌmɔːr.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/]
The process of treating or interpreting something as a matter of morality, often by imposing moral judgments on issues that may not inherently involve them.
The preacher's moralization about greed made the wealthy merchants shift uncomfortably in their seats.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'moralis' (relating to custom or morals), combined with '-ize' (to make/turn into) and '-ation' (the act or process of).
Breakdown
moral (relating to right/wrong) + -ize (verb-forming suffix meaning 'to make') + -ation (noun-forming suffix meaning 'the process of')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My friend's moralization of coffee drinking made me feel guilty for having a second cup.”
“Researchers study the moralization of dietary choices in modern society.”
“The moralization of social media use turned a simple app into a battleground of guilt.”
“Excessive moralization can make people defensive instead of open to change.”
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