Rectitude
(noun)
- The state or quality of being morally right or just.
- The state or quality of adhering to the principles of morality.
Origin:
From the latin word "rectus" meaning "straight, correct".
Examples:
- The president was admired for his rectitude and honesty.
- The lawyer's rectitude was tested when he had to defend a guilty client.
- The teacher's rectitude was admirable as she always did what was right.
- The judge's rectitude was beyond reproach.
- The company's rectitude was questionable as they were found guilty of fraud.