Definition
To assert that one's own moral standards or behavior are superior to those of others, often as a way to criticize or condemn them.
自认道德高尚
In political debates, candidates often try to claim the moral high ground to criticize their opponents.
在政治辩论中，候选人经常试图占据道德制高点来批评对手。
She always tries to claim the moral high ground on every issue, which is quite annoying.
她总是试图在每个问题上占据道德制高点，这很烦人。
Despite his own less-than-perfect behavior, he still attempts to claim the moral high ground.
尽管他自己的行为并不完美，但他仍然试图占据道德制高点。