value system
A hierarchy of values that all moral beings have, reflected in their choicesA hierarchy of values that all moral beings have, reflected in their choices. Most people's value systems differ. It's an individualistic concept. One's value system is molded by one's virtues or vices, and experiences.
» When money ceases to have value, the entire system stops working.
Коли гроші перестають бути чогось варті, вся система перестає працювати.
Meaning
2 sensesA hierarchy of values that all moral beings have, reflected in their choices. Most people's value systems differ. It's an individualistic concept. One's value system is molded by one's virtues or vices, and experiences.
A person's standards and self-discipline set, based on the common sense and wisdom of knowing what the proper moral rules and discipline are, and the amount of willingness to see themselves and others abide by them.
Examples
4 sentencesWhen money ceases to have value, the entire system stops working.
Коли гроші перестають бути чогось варті, вся система перестає працювати. — deniko
I wouldn't impugn your integrity simply because we have different value systems.
The significant point as regards the segregation problem is to clarify the value system of each group.
Some Westerners perceive their cultural values, institutions, and systems as inherently superior and view them as a benchmark for progress and development.
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