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social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > personality > character
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social science subjects > psychology > personality psychology > personality > character
social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > personality > character
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character  

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  • The concept of character has been an important one in the lives of American men and in American constructions of masculinity. It can be defined as an internalized commitment to moral or ethical principles, such as honesty, industry, frugality, sobriety, punctuality, and diligence. [Source: American Masculinities: A Historical Encyclopedia; Character]

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