Profiles in Courage Glossary

by John F. Kennedy

Profiles in Courage Glossary

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morality

distinction between right and wrong

principle

a fundamental truth

esteem

respect and admiratio

contentment

happiness and satisfaction.

devotion

love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person or activity.

conscientious

wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

democracy

a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.

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