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🪄 a big list of virtues


I saw this somewhere once and liked it
maybe i'll turn it into a quiz
for now you can just read it


AcceptanceTo consider circumstances, especially those that can not be changed, as satisfactory.
AccountabilityThe quality or state of being accountable; especially: an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions.
AmbitionHaving a strong desire for success or achievement.
AssertivenessDisposed to or characterized by bold or confident assertion.
BeautyThe quality or aggregate of qualities in a person or thing that gives pleasure to the senses or pleasurably exalts the mind or spirit. Aesthetic harmony.
BenevolenceThe disposition to do good.
BraveryA quality of spirit that enables you to face danger of pain without showing fear.
Caringto give care. A concern for...
CharityGenerosity and helpfulness especially toward the needy or suffering. Aid given to those in need.
ChastityPurity in conduct and intention.
CautionAvoidance of rashness, attention to safety.
CleanlinessCareful to keep clean : fastidious, habitually kept clean.
CommitmentThe firm carrying out of purpose.
CompassionSympathetic awareness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it.
ConfidenceA feeling of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances. Faith in oneself.
ConsiderationThoughtful and sympathetic regard for the needs of others. Careful thought.
ContentmentThe quality of feeling satisfied with one's possessions, status, or situation.
CooperationTo associate with another or others for mutual benefit/to achieve a shared goal.
CourageA quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear.
CourtesyPolite, respectful or considerate behaviour mindful of other people.
CreativityThe ability to create. A quality involving the generation of new ideas or concepts, or new associations of the creative mind between existing ideas or concepts.
CuriosityA desire to find out and know things.
DefianceBold resistance.
DependabilityReliable, worthy of reliance or trust.
DetachmentFreedom from atachments.
DeterminationFirmness of purpose.
DevotionA great love or loyalty, enthusiastic zeal.
DiligenceConscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation. Persevering determination to perform a task.
DiscernmentThe ability to distinguish; judgement; Discrimination; To distinguish between things; To perceive differences that exist.
DiscretionBeing discrete in ones speech, keeping secrets.
DisciplineThe trait of being well behaved and under control.
EloquencePowerful and effective language. Fluent, persuasive and articulate speech.
EmpathyIdentification with and understanding of another's situation, feelings, and motives.
EnthusiasmA feeling of excitement. Exuberance: overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval.
ExcellenceThe quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree.
FaithComplete confidence in a person, plan or set of beliefs etc.
FaithfulnessSteadfast in affection or allegiance; loyal.
FlexibilityAdaptable, able to be changed to suit circumstances.
FocusConcentrated awareness and effort.
ForbearanceRestraint under provocation; patience: good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence.
ForgivenessTo cease to feel angry or bitter towards a person or about an offense.
FortitudeStrength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage.
FriendlinessAgreeableness is a tendency to be pleasant and accommodating.
FrugalityPrudence in avoiding waste. Being economical with resources.
GenerosityGiving or ready to give freely, free from meanness or prejudice.
GentlenessModerate; mild, quite; not rough or severe.
GraceElegance and beauty of movement or expression.
GratitudeBeing thankful.
HelpfulnessThe quality of providing useful assistance.
HonestyTruthful; sincere; not lying or cheating.
HonorNot disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent. Worthy of being honored.
HopeThe general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled.
HumblenessModest; not arrogant or boastful.
HumilityA disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride.
HumorThe ability to perceive, enjoy, or express what is amusing, comical, incongruous, or absurd.
IdealismHigh mindedness: elevated ideals and conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued.
IntegrityMoral soundness; Integrity is consistency of values and actions. Unbroken completeness with nothing lacking.
ImpartialityFair. An inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally without bias.
IndustryDiligent, hardworking.
InnocenceGuileless, not guilty.
JoyfulnessThe emotion of great happiness
JusticeFair, impartial, giving a deserved response.
KindnessFriendly, helpful, well meaning.
KnowledgePart of the hierarchy made up of data, information and knowledge. Data are raw facts. Information is data with context and perspective. Knowledge is information with guidance for action based upon insight and experience.
LiberalityAn inclination to favor progress and individual freedom the trait of being generous in behavior and temperament.
LoveA deep, tender, ineffable feeling of affection and solicitude toward a person, such as that arising from kinship, recognition of attractive qualities, or a sense of underlying oneness.
LoyaltySteadfast in allegiance to one's homeland, government, or sovereign. Faithful to a person, ideal, custom, cause, or duty.
MagnanimityThe virtue of being great of mind and heart. It encompasses, usually, a refusal to be petty, a willingness to face danger, and actions for noble purposes.
MajestyGreat and impressive dignity.
MeeknessThe feeling of patient, submissive humbleness; a disposition to be patient and long suffering.
MercyClemency: leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice.
ModerationThe avoidance of extremes in one's actions or opinions.
ModestyFreedom from vanity or conceit. Not inclined to boast.
ObedienceWillingness to obey, to be controlled when necessary, to carry out orders.
OpennessReady and willing to talk candidly.Unsecretive.
OrderlinessNeatness and tidiness. A personality trait which involves the organization of things into a state of order and symmetry. The quality of appreciating method and system.
PatienceThe ability to endure delay, trouble, pain or hardship.
PeaceFreedom from mental agitation; serenity.
PerseveranceBeing persistent, refusing to stop despite failures, delays and difficulties.
PersistenceNever-ceasing, relentless.
PietyHumble devotion to a high ideal.
PrudenceWise or careful in conduct. Shrewd or thrifty in planning ahead.
PunctualityThe quality or habit of adhering to an appointed time.
PurityFreedom from defilement. Undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material. Unsullied by sin or moral wrong.
PurposefulnessHaving a definite goal.
ReliabilityCan be trusted to do something.
ResolutenessThe quality of being firm in purpose.
ResourcefulnessThe ablility to act effectively or imaginatively, especially in regard to difficult situations and unusual problems.
RespectAdmiration for others. Treating people with due dignity.
ResponsibilityHaving control over and accountability for appropriate events.
RestraintHolding Back.
ReverenceProfound awe and respect.
RighteousnessAdhering to moral principles. Holiness.
SelflessnessThe quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others.
Self SacrificeThe giving up of one's own benefit, especially giving up one's life, for the good of others.
ServiceWork done by one person or group that benefits another.
SensitivityHeightened awareness of oneself and others within the context of social and personal relationships.
SilenceInner peace. Being silent.
SimplicityStraightforward; not complex or complicated. Unpretentious.
SincerityFree from pretense or deceit in manner or actions.
SobrietySerious, solemn and calm. Free from intoxication.
SpontaneityNatural, not planned.
SteadfastnessFirm, resolute; determinedly unwavering.
StrengthCapable of exerting great force.
TactConsideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense.
TemperanceModeration and self-restraint, as in behavior or expression. Restraint in the use of or abstinence from alcoholic liquors/intoxicants.
ThankfulnessWarm friendly feelings of gratitude.
ThriftThe characteristic of using a minimum of something. Saving.
ToleranceTending to permit, allow, understand, or accept something; tending to withstand or survive.
ToughnessStrong and durable; not easily damaged.
TranquilitySerenely quite and peaceful; undisturbed.
TrustHaving confidence in others; lacking suspicion.
TrustworthinessAble to be trusted or depended on; reliable.
TruthfulnessAccurately depicting what is real.
UnderstandingComprehension, assimilation of knowledge. The holistic awareness of facts.
UnityFreedom from division. Oneness.
VitalityExuberant physical strength or mental vigor, energy.
WisdomThe trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight.
WonderThe feeling aroused by something strange and surprising.
ZealArdor. A feeling of strong eagerness. Tireless devotion.