Virtues Flashcards
Being easy to approach and easy to talk to – friendly
Affability
To demonstrate concern for others, and to encourage others, complimenting them
Caring
Feeling or showing that you are willing to do something without complaining, being happy and of good spirits, causing good feelings in others by what you say and do
Cheerfulness
To be a responsible member of a society, and to fulfill all of ones duties, obligations, and functions as a member of the group
Citizenship
Treating other people with respect, showing good manners
Courtesy
Willingness to be taught
Docility
To give to each an equal share, impartiality
Fairness
A relationship between two people who have common interests and enjoy being with one another, sharing and caring for one another in kindness
Friendship
The cardinal virtue that enables us to continue doing the good even when it is difficult
Fortitude
Giving of oneself in a willing and cheerful manner for the good of others
Generosity
Thankful disposition of mind and heart
Gratitude
To experience a state of well-being and contentment
Happiness
Sincerity, openness and truthfulness in one’s words and actions
Honesty
Diligence, especially in work, doing our work the best that we can and serving others through our work
Industriousness
Steadfast adherence to a strict ethical code
Integrity
The cardinal virtue that allows us to give to each what is their due, moral rightness
Justice
Expressing genuine concern about the well-being of others; anticipating their needs, doing little acts of service and caring for them
Kindness
Accepting the bonds implicit in relationships and defending the virtues upheld by Church, family, and country
Loyalty
To do great things for others; literally “having a large soul”
Magnanimity
Using one’s talents for good, doing more than you have to do
Magnificence
Serenity of spirit, not giving into angry even when confronting wrongs
Meekness
Attention to balance in one’s life
Moderation
Purity of heart in action, especially in regards to dress and speech
Modesty
Assenting to rightful authority without hesitation or resistance
Obedience