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cardinal virtues

The cardinal virtues are defined as the basic virtues in ancient Greek philosophy.

(noun)

Examples of cardinal virtues are justice, prudence, fortitude and temperance.

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See cardinal virtues in Webster's New World College Dictionary

the basic virtues of ancient Greek philosophy; justice, prudence, fortitude, and temperance
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