conscience
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The inner sense that tells you whether what you're doing is morally right or wrong.
Usage notes
"Conscience" (moral sense) and "conscious" (awake and aware) are spelled similarly but mean very different things.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Her _____ wouldn't let her keep the extra change the cashier gave her."
Answer: conscience
In your own words, what does "conscience" mean?
The inner sense that tells you whether what you're doing is morally right or wrong.
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