moral bankruptcy
The state or condition of being morally bankrupt; unethicality.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The company's actions show a clear sense of moral bankruptcy.”
“After the scandal revealed that the charity leaders were stealing donations, the public accused the organization of moral bankruptcy.”
“The politician's decision to prioritize personal profit over the safety of his constituents serves as a grim testament to his total moral bankruptcy.”
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moral high ground
A position or point of view which is ethically superior or more reputable, in comparison to others which are under consideration.
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moral low ground
A position or point of view which is unethical or less reputable, in comparison to others which are under consideration.
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moral of the story
The key lesson or message that an incident, situation or other happening conveys; a general takeaway point.
Last updated August 10, 2026