1. moral excellence; good character or behavior
2. a particular good quality or trait
3. chastity, especially in women
Usage: archaic

Examples

• Honesty is a virtue that everyone should practice.
• The virtue of this approach is its simplicity.
• She was known for her virtue and kindness to others.
• Patience is a virtue that takes time to develop.
• The main virtue of the new system is its efficiency.
• He praised the virtues of hard work and dedication.
• One virtue of living in a small town is knowing your neighbors.