Definitions

1. noun

a principle or standard of right behavior, or a lesson to be learned from a story or experience

“The story had a moral that kindness can go a long way.”

2. adjective

relating to or concerned with the principles or rules of what is right and wrong behavior

“a moral obligation to help those in need”

3. adverb

in accordance with a standard of right behavior

“He acted morally in the face of adversity.”