moralism

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But it also hamstrung by its earnestness, with a tone of finger-wagging moralism that is the antithesis of fun.

From New York Times • Apr. 4, 2023

Born in Virginia and educated in history and political science at Johns Hopkins University, Wilson became a respected intellectual in his fields with an interest in public service and a profound sense of moralism.

From Textbooks • Jul. 28, 2021

And he seems less driven by moralism than bound by legalism.

From Washington Post • May 24, 2019

The original screenwriter, Walon Green, wanted to upend the usual moralism and mythology of the West.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2019

The narrow theological spirit, the moralism à tout propos, the queer provincialities and pruderies, are mere wild weeds in a mountain of flowers.

From Italian Hours by James, Henry