Definitions

1. verb

to give moral advice or to explain the moral meaning of something; to give a moral interpretation

“She likes to moralize about the importance of honesty in business.”

2. verb

to make or become moralistic

“He tends to moralize about people’s behavior.”

3. noun

the act of giving moral advice or explaining the moral meaning of something

“Her moralizing on the importance of kindness has inspired many.”

4. noun

the state of being moralistic

“He’s always in a state of moralizing, criticizing everyone’s behavior.”