moralized

past tense of moralize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for moralized
Verb
  • While preachers preached, D’Angelo learned ministry from the choir stand, leading the flock to epiphany one measure at a time.
    Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 18 Oct. 2025
  • After the team’s first practice in the nation’s capital ahead of Friday night’s game at Washington, Wild coach John Hynes also preached the need for patience.
    Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Augusta was a devout Christian who often lectured the Bible to her sons and blamed alcohol and women for the evils of the world, per the outlet.
    Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Clarke and his business partner sold photographs and films, wrote and lectured about their adventures, and began treasure hunting.
    Danny Robb, JSTOR Daily, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Notably, said Kriner, individuals who are inculcated with a sense of nihilism do not commit crimes to achieve an ideological goal.
    Odette Yousef, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
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“Moralized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moralized. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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