probity
/ˈpɹoʊbəti/
the quality of having strong moral principles; honesty
probity in a sentence
“Her probity made her an ideal judge.”
Origin of probity
Latin probitas (goodness, honesty) from probus (good, honest)
Related Words
integrity
the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles
turpitude
depravity; wickedness
malfeasance
wrongdoing, especially by a public official
deontology
the study of the nature of duty and obligation
virtue ethics
a moral theory that focuses on the development of virtuous character
virtuous
having or showing high moral standards