Quote by Oscar Wilde

Men become old, but they never become good

Men become old, but they never become good

Summary

This quote suggests that aging does not necessarily make someone a morally upright or virtuous person. It implies that despite the passage of time and accumulation of life experience, many men do not acquire qualities such as kindness, compassion, or integrity. While physical aging is inevitable, this quote implies that personal growth and character development may not be similarly assured. It serves as a cautionary reminder that merely growing older does not guarantee becoming a better person.

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By Oscar Wilde

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