sexual morality

Sexual morality is a system of ethical principles governing sexual behavior—what kinds of sex are permissible, with whom, and under what circumstances.

Different cultures, religions, and individuals hold vastly different standards: some emphasize chastity and monogamy, others consent and mutual respect, still others see few restrictions beyond harm prevention.

Her sexual morality was shaped more by feminist ethics than religious teaching.

The phrase often implies traditional or conservative standards: They questioned his sexual morality after the affair came to light.