something that every white girl with BLM in their bio does
Foid: Omg I'm such a good person I have BLM and ACAB in my social media bios so that means I'm a good person. Chad: That bitch is just virtue signalling she actually couldn't care less about other people.
By boomnikkaoom
A term that is far too often used to dismiss an opposing opinion that is based on morals, ethics, or ideals, when the introduction of such into a debate could critically undermine one's stance.
Waldon: "But you CAN'T flatten that building to build a Walmart! Not only is it an orphanage, but the roof is a rare bird sanctuary, it's built over a graveyard AND an aquifer, hosts the only local live music night in the city on Wednesdays, and is a legally protected heritage site!" Developer: "Don't listen to that virtue signalling hippy, boys, start up them bulldozers, we got a permit!"
By Urban Savage
Saying you love or hate something to show off what a virtuous person you are, instead of actually trying to fix the problem.
Jane: "Wow! I hate Fox News! They're so evil and they hate women!" John: "Why don't you actually do something instead of just virtue signalling about it?" Jane: "OMG that would be WAAAAAAY too much work" *goes back to shitposting on twitter*
By Juz16
Virtue signalling is a superficial attempt by somebody to flaunt their self righteousness. Often condemning others to gain attention, validation or showboat moral superiority.
Jada: “Andrew called me a polluter, but he drives a car with the worst fuel economy!” Will: “You know he doesn’t about the environment, he’s only virtue signalling”
By Truth is Objective
To take a conspicuous but essentially useless action ostensibly to support a good cause but actually to show off how much more moral you are than everybody else.
Fred: I see George has changed his profile picture to show his support for refugees. Barbara: Has he donated money or time? Is he giving English lessons? Is he making a room available? Fred: No, no, he's just virtue signalling.
By Verboy