amoral
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for amoral, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not concerned with, or not guided by, any sense of right and wrong.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Built from the prefix "a-" ("not, without") plus "moral" — the opposite is "immoral", which implies actively doing wrong rather than simply lacking any moral compass.
Full origin of amoral →Frequently asked questions
What does “amoral” mean?
The word “amoral” means not concerned with, or not guided by, any sense of right and wrong. In plain terms, having no interest in morality at all — neither good nor bad, just indifferent to it.
How do you pronounce “amoral”?
“Amoral” is pronounced ay-MOR-uhl (/eɪˈmɔɹ.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “amoral” in a sentence?
Here is “amoral” used in a sentence: “The character is portrayed as coldly amoral, indifferent to who gets hurt.”
What is another word for “amoral”?
Words with a similar meaning to “amoral” include non-moral.
What part of speech is “amoral”?
“Amoral” is an adjective.