Boltuprightness

/ˈboʊltʌpraɪtnəs/ noun

The state or quality of being upright, proper, and honest in manner and conduct; moral rectitude.

Compound of 'bolt upright' (very straight and proper) combined with the '-ness' suffix (forming abstract nouns). This reflects Victorian-era values emphasizing propriety and moral character.

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