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Virtue A quality or trait that is considered good, such as honesty, courage, or kindness.  ■ My virtue is my ability to always be on time. I'm never late for anything!


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celebrated To be very famous or well-known for something, often by virtue of a notable achievement.  ■ After winning the lottery, John was celebrated as the luckiest man in the world.

inherit To acquire or receive something by virtue of one's relationship to a deceased person, typically a parent.  ■ When my grandfather passed away, he left me his prized collection of antique coins. I was thrilled to inherit them!

Birthright A right or claim that one has by virtue of being born into a particular family or community, especially to inherit property or privileges.  ■ "I may not have a birthright to the throne, but I do have a birthright to a lifetime supply of sarcasm and witty remarks," said the sarcastic prince.

Paragon An ideal person or thing, representing the highest standard of excellence.  ■ "John was such a paragon of virtue that he never lied to his parents.", A fictional character who is portrayed as an idealized hero or heroine.  ■ "Diana Prince, also known as Wonder Woman, was the ultimate paragon of justice and truth."

symbol A small graphic or picture that represents something else, usually by virtue of being associated with it. Often used in a humorous way to mock serious or earnest attempts at meaning.  ■<en></?>"I'm sorry, but I can't accept your apology unless you bring me a bouquet of flowers and perform a dance for me." <em>- A person trying to be funny by using the symbol of a romantic gesture.</em>