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)