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0 pointsgridlockd6y ago0 comments

> My understanding of "virtue signal" means promoting "virtue" over "action."

That's a misunderstanding.

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"Virtue signalling is the conspicuous expression of moral values"

That's the definition on Wikipedia, which I agree with.

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I don't think of it in terms of "right" and "wrong".

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So, what does "virtue signal" mean to you, and why should we care that you're describing someone with it? I.e., why is it "bad?"

I'm working off the definition I found on wikipedia:

> In recent years, the term has been more commonly used within groups to criticize those who are seen to value the expression of virtue over action.

Replying again, as I believe your reply to me is taking the form of the edit to this post?

> "Virtue signalling is the conspicuous expression of moral values"

What's wrong with this?

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