virtuously

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"Theological doctrines encouraged aid for the shame-faced poor, who threatened the moral order by showing that you could live virtuously and prosperously but still fall victim to twists of fortune," said Robb.

From Science Daily • Dec. 1, 2023

Moreover, flourishing in life gives an indication that one is acting well or virtuously.

From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022

So they liked—or at least virtuously told experimenters they liked—having a robot prod them to do so.

From Slate • Aug. 23, 2021

There’s also a big difference between what we virtuously say we want and what we actually buy, let alone consume.

From New York Times • Jul. 20, 2021

“I’m not supposed to say,” said Eric virtuously.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman