Dictionary Entry: Mores
1. Parts of Speech:
Noun
2. Definitions:
Mores refer to the customs, values, and behaviors that are considered acceptable and typical of a particular society or community.
3. Pronunciations:
US: /ˈmɔrz/ or /ˈmoʊreɪz/
UK: /ˈmɔːreɪz/
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "mores" comes from the Latin word "mores," which means "customs" or "ways of living." It is typically used to describe the unwritten rules and social norms that govern behavior within a particular group or society. Mores can vary widely from one culture to another, and they can change over time. They are often closely tied to a societys values and beliefs, and they help to define what is considered acceptable or unacceptable behavior.
5. Synonyms:
Customs, traditions, conventions, norms, values, practices, habits.
6. Related Words:
- Ethics
- Moron
- Rules
- Tradu
7. Example Sentences:
- In some cultures, it is considered a breach of mores to speak loudly in public.
- The mores of this community dictate that women should not wear revealing clothing.
- The company has a strong set of mores that guide its business practices and decision-making.
- The mores of the Victorian era were very different from those of the present day.
- It can be difficult for outsiders to understand the mores of a culture that is different from their own.