amorality

Meanings

• Noun

  Lack of moral principles or the concern for moral values.

  - "His amorality allowed him to commit crimes without remorse."
  - "The novel explores the themes of power and amorality."
  - "Many people view politicians as amoral because they prioritize their own interests over the greater good."

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Variants

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amoral , amoralism , amoralisms , amoralities , amorality , amorally

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'amor' meaning love, and the suffix '-ality', denoting the quality or state of.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'amorality' was first used in English in the late 19th century.

2. Amorality is not the same as immorality. Immoral actions are those that go against moral principles, while amoral actions are those that are not guided by moral principles at all.

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Related Concepts

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1. Morality: The set of principles that govern a person's behavior or the distinguishing of right from wrong.

2. Moral relativism: The belief that moral judgments depend upon the specific context or culture in which they arise, rather than being absolute.

3. Ethics: A branch of philosophy that deals with moral principles and the rules for conduct.

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Culture

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Amorality is a concept often explored in literature, philosophy, and psychology. In literature, characters who exhibit amorality are often portrayed as anti-heroes or villains. In philosophy, amorality is contrasted with morality, and the debate over whether morality is innate or learned is a longstanding one. In psychology, amorality is associated with psychopathy and sociopathy.

How to Memorize "amorality"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person without a moral compass, making decisions without regard for the consequences or the feelings of others.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'amorality' with 'immorality' and 'unprincipled'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'AMA' to remember the meaning: 'Amor' without 'ality' equals 'Amorality'.

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