NOUN | attribute | natural virtue | (scholasticism) one of the four virtues (prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance) derived from nature |
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Meaning | (scholasticism) one of the four virtues (prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance) derived from nature. | |
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Category | Scholasticism | The system of philosophy dominant in medieval Europe |
Narrower | fortitude | strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage |
justice, justness | The quality of being just or fair | |
prudence | discretion in practical affairs | |
temperance, moderation | The trait of avoiding / avoiding excesses | |
Broader | cardinal virtue | One of the seven preeminent virtues |
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