Rectitude – morally correct behaviour or thinking

(Pronounced rek-tuh-tyood)

To remember the definition of the word rectitude, use the following mnemonic:

They wrecked her house, but her attitude (rectitude) was to forgive them, which was morally the correct behaviour.

Examples of rectitude in a sentence

Jim’s rectitude stopped him from lying to the police about what really happened.

Kevin was the top candidate for the position as charity manager because of his rectitude.

My mother is in prison, she's not a good example of moral rectitude.