Meaning of the word "moral compass" in English

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moral compass

US /ˈmɔːr.əl ˈkʌm.pəs/
UK /ˈmɒr.əl ˈkʌm.pəs/
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Noun

a person's ability to judge what is right and wrong and act accordingly

Example:
He lacks a moral compass and only cares about his own profit.
Her strong moral compass guided her through the difficult decision.