Definitions

1. verb

to talk or write in a way that expresses moral feelings or opinions about something

“The essay moralised on the importance of treating others with respect.”

2. verb

to make something more serious or solemn by mentioning its moral implications

“The film moralised the dangers of smoking.”

3. verb

to make something more serious or solemn by suggesting it has moral implications

“The story moralised the importance of being honest.”

4. noun

a tendency to make things more serious or solemn by suggesting they have moral implications

“The novel’s moralising tone put off some readers.”

5. noun

the act of making something more serious or solemn by mentioning its moral implications

“The film’s moralising was seen as too heavy-handed.”