1. expressing opinions about what is right and wrong, especially in a preachy or judgmental way
Usage: present participle of moralize

1. characterized by or given to making moral judgments in a preachy manner

Examples

• Stop moralizing about my choices and let me make my own decisions.
• The politician was criticized for moralizing instead of offering practical solutions.
• Her moralizing tone made everyone uncomfortable at the dinner party.
• The teacher avoided moralizing and instead encouraged open discussion.
• His moralizing speeches alienated many of his supporters.
• She had a moralizing attitude that rubbed people the wrong way.
• The editorial was more moralizing than informative.