Meaning & use
vices
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Immoral or bad habits or tendencies, especially habitual weaknesses like smoking, drinking, or gambling.
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Overeating was one of the few vices he allowed himself.
The philosopher's essay contrasted human virtues and vices.
A note on using this word
Vice is often used in the plural to list someone's specific bad habits, while the singular can also refer more broadly to moral wickedness in general.
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