moralist

mor·al·ist

noun \-list\

Definition of MORALIST

1

: one who leads a moral life

2

: a philosopher or writer concerned with moral principles and problems

3

: one concerned with regulating the morals of others

Examples of MORALIST

1. <a smattering of moralists around the country tried to get the songs banned from the radio>

First Known Use of MORALIST

1621

Related to MORALIST

Synonyms: bluenose, prude, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, puritan, wowser [chiefly Australian]

Antonyms: immoralist

Related Words: moralizer; goody-goody, Goody Two-shoes; fuddy-duddy, old maid, prig, spoilsport, stuffed shirt

Near Antonyms: libertarian, libertine; misbehaver

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