Synonyms of moralizing

Noun


1. moralizing, moralization, moralisation, philosophizing

usage: indulgence in moral pronouncements; the exposition (often superficially) of a particular moral code; "his constant moralizing drove me mad"

Verb


1. moralize, moralise, rede, interpret

usage: interpret the moral meaning of; "moralize a story"

2. sermonize, sermonise, preachify, moralize, moralise, preach, advocate

usage: speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements; "This man always sermonizes"

3. moralize, moralise, reform, reclaim, regenerate, rectify

usage: improve the morals of

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