Meanness, a vice opposed to liberality, is which of the following: A) Deficient with regards to giving and deficient with regards to taking B) Deficient with regards to giving and... Meanness, a vice opposed to liberality, is which of the following: A) Deficient with regards to giving and deficient with regards to taking B) Deficient with regards to giving and excessive with regards to taking C) Excessive with regards to giving and deficient with regards to taking D) Excessive with regards to giving and excessive with regards to taking
Understand the Problem
The question asks us to identify the characteristics of "meanness" as a vice, particularly in relation to giving and taking, in contrast to "liberality". We need to choose the option that best defines meanness in terms of deficiency or excess in these two areas.
Answer
B) Deficient with regards to giving and excessive with regards to taking.
The correct answer is B) Deficient with regards to giving and excessive with regards to taking.
Answer for screen readers
The correct answer is B) Deficient with regards to giving and excessive with regards to taking.
More Information
Meanness, as a vice, is characterized by a lack of generosity (deficient in giving) and a tendency to take more than what is fair or due (excessive in taking).
Tips
Understanding the definitions of the virtues and their opposing vices is crucial. Liberality is about the proper use of wealth, and meanness is one way to deviate from that virtue.
Sources
- SUMMA THEOLOGIAE - Is prodigality a sin? - New Advent - newadvent.org
- Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle - BU Personal Websites - people.bu.edu
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