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Gesinnung

conviction, fundamental attitude, disposition

noun ge-ZIN-nung Rare
Mind & Emotions Values

Also means

political or moral allegiance

Usage Note

Gesinnung refers to a person's deep, settled moral or political convictions — the ethical stance from which they act. Often used in discussions of loyalty and integrity: 'Gesinnungstreue' (loyalty to one's convictions); not reducible to a single opinion.

Examples

"Seine Gesinnung ließ sich nicht durch Druck oder Belohnungen verbiegen."

Natural Translation

His convictions could not be bent by pressure or rewards.

Literal Translation

His conviction let itself not through pressure or rewards bend.

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