moralist
One who bases all decisions on perceived morals, especially one who enforces them with…One who bases all decisions on perceived morals, especially one who enforces them with censorship.
» He is described as a moralist.
Meaning
2 senses(derogatory)One who bases all decisions on perceived morals, especially one who enforces them with censorship.
Moralist, Moralistin
a philosopher who specializes in morals and moral problems
A teacher of morals; a person who studies morality; a moral philosopher.
Examples
4 sentencesHe is described as a moralist.
Moralists are people who scratch themselves in places where others are itching.
deMoralisten sind Menschen, die sich dort kratzen, wo es andere juckt.
Moralists make me itch.
He liked food and wine and conversation. He was a moralist, but not a solemn or humorless man in the least.
Translations
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plural: moralistsSynonyms
2 synonyms- someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms:martinetdisciplinarian