CARDINAL VIRTUES Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

cardinal virtues

noun

plural of cardinal virtue

as in virtues

a quality that gives something special worth the cardinal virtue of wool is that it retains its insulating properties even when wet

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Noun

For Monday meditation, the teaching group has assigned the 10 paramis (spiritual virtues) of Buddhism, which explore topics like generosity, wisdom and patience.

— Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
What unites these seemingly disparate topics is Wilson’s knack for putting himself into scenarios with unusual people that lead him into unexpected territory—a lesson in the virtues of simple observation.

— Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of virtues

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That gives the Bengals advantages in quarterback play, preparation and availability.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
The leaders who do this build better teams, and the companies where all leaders do this create organizations where people genuinely want to be — and that turns out to be one of the most durable competitive advantages available to any business today.

— Deborah Lovich, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of advantages

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LendingTree’s model values the federal child tax credit at $2,200 per child, up from $2,000.

— Martie Bowser, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Education and giving back are important values to the family as the project represents for them a broader impact within the natural diamond industry.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of values

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The two parties were in Canyon County court Thursday afternoon for a hearing on the proper venue for the case going forward, and to argue over the merits of an injunction — a more durable ruling to halt the ads.

— Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 29 Oct. 2026
Gruden’s success in the lawsuit to date hasn’t concerned the merits of the case, but rather whether the case must be resolved through arbitration instead of litigation.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Oct. 2026

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