Moral vs. Morality Definition

• 'Moral' is universally accepted, while 'morality' can vary depending on the group of people. (correct)
• 'Moral' refers to right and wrong behavior, while 'morality' refers to principles governing good and bad behavior.
• 'Moral' is ambiguous, while 'morality' is absolute.
• 'Moral' is derived from Latin, while 'morality' is derived from English.

• Descriptive morality is absolute, while laws enacted by the legislature are ambiguous.
• Descriptive morality can vary depending on the group formulating it, while laws are fixed for all groups. (correct)
• Descriptive morality is based on religious beliefs, while laws enacted by the legislature are not.
• Descriptive morality is universal, while laws enacted by the legislature are specific to a region.

• The concept of morality is absolute, thus preventing universal moral conduct rules from being formulated.
• Universal moral conduct rules are only applicable to legislative laws, not to moral codes.
• Morality has no meaning unless mentioned with respect to a group, making universal rules impossible. (correct)
• Universal moral conduct rules are set by religious groups, not by society at large.