the quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency
stagnant
(of a body of water or the atmosphere of a confined space) having no current or flow and often having an unpleasant smell as a consequence • (figurative) showing no activity; dull and sluggish
embellish
make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features
condone
accept and allow (behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive) to continue
torpid
mentally or physically inactive; lethargic
liaison
communication or cooperation that facilitates a close working relationship between people or organizations •a person who acts as a link to assist communication or cooperation between groups of people
tortuous
full of twists and turns : • excessively lengthy and complex
compunction
1. a feeling of guilt or moral scruple that follows the doing of something bad 2. a pricking of the conscience