MORALE

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Definitions

1. a sense of common purpose or a degree of dedication to a common task regarded as a characteristic of or dominant in a particular group or organization. Also defined as a confident, resolute, willing, often self-sacrificing and courageous attitude of an individual to the function or tasks demanded or expected of him by a group of which he is a part that is based upon such factors as pride in achievement and aims of the group, faith in its leadership and ultimate success, a sense of fruitful personal participation in its work and a devotion and loyalty to other members of the group. Also a state of well being and buoyancy based upon such factors as physical or mental well-being, a sense of purpose and usefulness and confidence in the future. Morale in a military sense applies to the whole group as in esprit de corps (spirit of the group). WO 2414)

2. the demonstration of competence is the basic factor of morale, and production is the evidence of competence. (FEBC 3, 7101C18 SO II)

3. morale is made up of high purpose and mutual confidence. (HCO PL 14 Dec 70)

4. moral or mental condition with respect to courage, discipline, confidence, enthusiasm, willingness to endure hardship. (FO 101)

5. the tone of a group. (HCO PL 1 Nov 70)