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conscience
noun(con-science)
motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions
Synonyms: moral sense, scruples, sense of right and wrong,
conscience
noun(con-science)
a feeling of shame when you do something immoral
Examples:
He has no conscience about his cruelty.
conscience
noun(con-science)
conformity to one's own sense of right conduct
Examples:
A person of unflagging conscience.

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