Latin in Layman’s - A Rhetoric Revolution

In Lue of Father's Day - Etymologizing words associated with moral and ethical behavior


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Altruism: The principle or practice of unselfish concern for the welfare of others. (Etymology: from Latin alter, “other,” + -ism.)

Charity: Generosity and kindness in giving to those in need. (Etymology: from Latin caritas, “love, affection, benevolence.”)

Conscience: The sense of right and wrong that guides one's thoughts and actions. (Etymology: from Latin conscientia, “knowledge with oneself.”)

Courage: The ability to do something that frightens one, or to face danger, pain, or difficulty. (Etymology: from Latin cor, “heart.”)

Fairness: The quality of being just and impartial. (Etymology: from Old English fægere, “beautiful, pleasing.”)

Honesty: The quality of being truthful and sincere. (Etymology: from Old French honesté, “honor, dignity.”)

Integrity: The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. (Etymology: from Latin integritas, “wholeness, completeness.”)

Justice: The quality of being fair and impartial. (Etymology: from Latin iustitia, “uprightness, fairness.”)

Kindness: The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. (Etymology: from Old English cynd, “nature, disposition.”)

Loyalty: The quality of being faithful to one's obligations, promises, or allegiances. (Etymology: from Old French loialté, “faithfulness.”)

Morality: The principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior. (Etymology: from Latin moralis, “pertaining to custom, manners, or character.”)

Perseverance: The ability to continue in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition. 

(Etymology: from Latin perseverantia, “steadfastness, constancy.”)

Respect: A feeling of admiration for someone or something that one considers to be excellent, virtuous, or admirable. (Etymology: from Latin respectus, “a looking back, regard.”)

Responsibility: The state of being accountable or liable for something. (Etymology: from Latin respondere, “to answer back.”)

Self-control: The ability to control one's emotions, desires, and behavior. (Etymology: from Old French seul, “self,” + controuloir, “to restrain.”)

Trustworthiness: The quality of being reliable and dependable. (Etymology: from Old French truste, “confidence, reliance.”)

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