Phrase guide

moral high ground

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • US: /ˌmɔɹəl ˈhaɪ ɡɹaʊnd/
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noun

Meaning 1

A position or point of view which is ethically superior or more reputable, in comparison to others which are under consideration.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: moral low ground

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 道德制高點 /道德制高点 (dàodézhìgāodiǎn) — A position or point of view
  • Chinese Mandarin: 道德高地 (dàodégāodì) — A position or point of view
  • Finnish: korkeamoraalinen näkökanta — A position or point of view
  • Finnish: hurskasteleva näkökanta — A position or point of view
  • Polish: wyższość moralna — A position or point of view