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immorality

noun im·mo·ral·i·ty \ˌi-(ˌ)m-ˈra-lə-tē, ˌi-mə-\

Definition of IMMORALITY

1
:  the quality or state of being immoral; especially :  unchastity
2
:  an immoral act or practice
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First Known Use of IMMORALITY

circa 1566

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IMMORALITY Defined for Kids

immorality

noun im·mo·ral·i·ty \ˌi-m-ˈra-lə-tē\
plural im·mo·ral·i·ties

Definition of IMMORALITY for Kids

:  the quality or state of being without principles of right and wrong

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