mores (Meaning)
mores (n)
(sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group
mores (n. pl.)
Customs; habits; esp., customs conformity to which is more or less obligatory; customary law.
Synonyms & Antonyms of mores
mores Sentence Examples
- The mores of the small village dictated that only married couples could share the same bed.
- Society's mores have evolved over time, becoming more tolerant of certain behaviors.
- Breaking the mores of a community can lead to social ostracism or even legal consequences.
- The mores of the company prohibit employees from dating each other.
- The mores of the gang required members to protect each other at all costs.
- The mores of the religious order forbade members from consuming alcohol.
- The mores of the country dictated that women cover their heads in public.
- The mores of the profession demanded the highest ethical standards from its members.
- The mores of the family unit emphasized respect for elders.
- The mores of the nation forbade citizens from criticizing the government in public.
FAQs About the word mores
(sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a groupCustoms; habits; esp., customs conformity to which is more or less obligatory; customar
manner,etiquette, form, demeanor, rules,proprieties, attitude, practice, carriage, mien
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The mores of the small village dictated that only married couples could share the same bed.
Society's mores have evolved over time, becoming more tolerant of certain behaviors.
Breaking the mores of a community can lead to social ostracism or even legal consequences.
The mores of the company prohibit employees from dating each other.
