Fidelity Fidelity is the virtue that allows us to keep our commitments, even when it is difficult, and the outcome uncertain. It perseveres courageously, in faith, and in the hope that things will work out for the best. This is a very important in relationships, especially in marriage. That is why it is important to make commitments carefully, and not rashly. Correspondingly, to be responsible is to be answerable, to be accountable.
Irresponsible behavior is immature behavior.
Nor is it even an accurate description, for we are never just what we are. In other words, we are born with our talents, but we make our character. William J. Bennett, The Book of Virtues, p. 185. Generosity Generosity is giving things of value to other people. It is the opposite of greed.