Meaning of the word moralistic in English

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moralistic

US /ˌmɔːr.əlˈɪs.tɪk/
UK /ˌmɒr.əlˈɪs.tɪk/

Adjective

characterized by a concern with morality; especially excessively or hypocritically so

Example:
His tone was rather moralistic, which put many people off.
The film was criticized for its overly moralistic message.