Moralize Definition & Meaning

moralize
verb
  1. interpret the moral meaning of; "moralize a story"
  2. speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements; "This man always sermonizes"
  3. improve the morals of

"Moralize" in song lyrics

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  • "Unlike myself thou hear'st me moralize,"
    William Shakespeare — Venus and Adonis

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