Pronunciation

/kənˈskɒns/

Definitions

• Noun: A noun referring to an individual’s moral sense or an inner voice that guides them regarding right and wrong. For example: “Her conscience was bothering her over the decision.”
• Adjective: Reflecting one’s sense of morality or ethics. For example: “A conscience-stricken person may feel guilty about their actions.”

Phrases

• “Act on one’s conscience” means to do what one believes is morally right.
• “To clear one’s conscience” signifies resolving a feeling of guilt or remorse.
• “Conscienceless” describes someone without a sense of guilt or moral responsibility.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He couldn’t sleep knowing he had neglected his conscience.”
• Adjective: “Her conscience-admonished choice was to donate the money to charity.”
• Adverb: “She spoke with a heavy conscience, aware of the harm she had caused.”

Synonyms

• Moral compass
• Inner voice
• Sense of right and wrong
• Gut feeling
• Conscience-pricking

Antonyms

• Amoral
• Immoral
• Dishonest
• Unethical
• Guilt-free (opposite of conscience-stricken)