value-system
noun
Simple meaning
The principles of right and wrong that are accepted by a person or a social group.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈvæljusɪstəm
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Definition
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noun
The principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Formality
- Technical
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How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: The principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group
Used this way, value-system is a reasonably familiar word with a faintly unfavourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Slightly negative
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Critical or judgemental
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Synonyms
Sense: principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual
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