a moral fault or weakness in someone's character: Greed, pride, envy, and lust are considered to be vices.

23 сент. 2024 г. · 1. a : moral depravity or corruption : wickedness b : a moral fault or failing c : a habitual and usually trivial defect or shortcoming : foible

From Latin vice (“in place of”), from the ablative of vicis (“alternation, turn”).

vice-, prefix meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary.

19 окт. 2017 г. · word-forming element meaning "deputy, assistant, substitute," also "instead of, in place of," 15c., from Latin vice "in place of," ablative of vicis.

A vice is a practice, behaviour, or habit generally considered morally wrong in the associated society. In more minor usage, vice can refer to a fault, ...

noun an immoral or evil habit or practice: These biblical verses cover the vices of boastfulness and pride, miserliness, and hypocrisy.

From Latin vice (“in place of”), ablative form of vicis. Compare French fois (“time”) and Spanish vez (“time, turn”). Vice versa · Vice anglais · Inherent vice · Vice president

Depravity or corruption of morals; evil, immoral, or wicked habits or conduct; indulgence in degrading pleasures or practices.