VIR'TUOUS, a. 1. Morally good; acting in conformity to the moral law; practicing the moral duties, and abstaining from vice; as a virtuous man.2. Being in conformity to the moral or divine law; as a virtuous action; a virtuous life.The mere performance of virtuous actions does not denominate an agent virtuous.3. Chaste; applied to women.4. Efficacious by inherent qualities; as virtuous herbs; virtuous drugs. [Not in use.]5. Having great or powerful properties; as virtuous steel; a virtuous staff; a virtuous ring. [Not in use.]6. Having medicinal qualities. [Not used.]
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