morale
/məˈɹɑːl/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: morales
Meaning · English
The mental and emotional state of a person or group, especially their level of confidence, enthusiasm, and loyalty with regard to a function or task.
Noun
Examples
After the layoffs, morale was at an all time low; the staff were so dispirited nothing was getting done.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “morale” mean?
The mental and emotional state of a person or group, especially their level of confidence, enthusiasm, and loyalty with regard to a function or task.
Is “morale” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.