moralize
Translation
to moralise, to preach
Examples
He's always moralizing about the youth of today.
He's always moralising about the youth of today.
Grammar Patterns
((about/on sth.)) to comment on issues of right and wrong He's always moralizing about the youth of today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: preach, sermonize, lecture
Etymology
From 'moral' + '-ize' (verb-forming suffix). Literally 'to make moral' or to talk about morals.
Memory Tips
Think of someone giving a 'moral' lesson in a preachy, often unwanted, way.