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Meaning of moralize
The primary meaning of the word "moralize" is to give a moral interpretation or lesson, especially one that is considered annoying or self-righteous.
Etymology of moralize
The word "moralize" comes from the Latin words "moralis," meaning "of or relating to morals" and the suffix "-ize," which is a verb-forming suffix
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to interpret or explain something in a way that is intended to teach a moral lesson"
Synonyms
preach
lecture
sermonize
pontificate
moral
chastise
admonish
reproach
reprove
rebuke
censure
condemn
criticize
denounce
disapprove
object
deplore
lament
bemoan
regret
reproach
scold
chasten
admonish
expound
interpret
comment
expatiate
discourse
harangue
fulminate
declaim
rant
rave
tirade
diatribe
polemic
homily
sermon
tutelage
guidance
counsel
instruction
enlightenment
edification
illumination
Definitions
- To give a moral interpretation or lesson, especially one that is considered annoying or self-righteous
- * To interpret or explain something in a way that is intended to teach a moral lesson
- * To make something, such as a story or an event, seem to have a moral lesson or message
Usage Examples
- The teacher tried to moralize the story, but the students were more interested in the plot than the moral lesson
- * He loved to moralize about the importance of hard work and determination
- * The minister's sermon was an attempt to moralize the recent events and provide guidance to the congregation