as in distinctions
a quality that gives something special worth
the virtue of wool as a clothing material is that it can provide insulation from the cold even when wet
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Recent Examples of virtues
The document recognizes her contributions in the social and cultural spheres and describes her as a role model for her efforts and virtues, the Ecuadorian outlet El Universo reported.
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Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2025
These proposals have certain virtues.
—Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025
Hellbeck makes much of the virtues of Marxist internationalism—perhaps a little too much.
—Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
Ironically, the old-school virtues (honesty, excellent service, treating people right) are the edgiest competitive strategy in the cutthroat modern market.
—Boris Kontsevoi, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
For a show to steadfastly champion such virtues felt revelatory, as did its ensemble of actors who didn’t fit Hollywood’s usual expectations of age, sexuality, or body type.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
To be part of a society that made Lizzo one of the biggest recording stars of the early 2020s was a small indicator that progressive values and virtues had survived the (first) Trump presidency.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Was one of Forest’s virtues last season their relative simplicity, which will now be disrupted?
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
This clearing away of the symbolic backbone of revolutionary virtues marked a return to authoritarian rule.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2025
These proposals have certain virtues.
—Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025
Hellbeck makes much of the virtues of Marxist internationalism—perhaps a little too much.
—Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
Ironically, the old-school virtues (honesty, excellent service, treating people right) are the edgiest competitive strategy in the cutthroat modern market.
—Boris Kontsevoi, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
For a show to steadfastly champion such virtues felt revelatory, as did its ensemble of actors who didn’t fit Hollywood’s usual expectations of age, sexuality, or body type.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
To be part of a society that made Lizzo one of the biggest recording stars of the early 2020s was a small indicator that progressive values and virtues had survived the (first) Trump presidency.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Was one of Forest’s virtues last season their relative simplicity, which will now be disrupted?
—Nick Miller, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
This clearing away of the symbolic backbone of revolutionary virtues marked a return to authoritarian rule.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for virtues
Noun
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Even if those made stateless were among the first to be deported, legal distinctions ceased to matter at some point.—
Time,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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But the distinctions are essential in the tax universe.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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James allegedly lied on her paperwork, saying her New York property had four units instead of the proper five, which gives her mortgage advantages.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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The potential advantages are clear.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Oral arguments regarding the merits of the state’s appeal of the lower court decision are scheduled for January.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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Many legal experts felt Trump’s case was weak on its merits.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The capsule includes just six pieces, each with a hangtag detailing its techniques and materials to better communicate the brand’s values to the customer.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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And the president is meeting with the Office of Management and Budget to try to understand what agencies are essential, what agencies do not align with the administration's priorities and values.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Virtues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/virtues. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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