valuesystem

noun
UK /ˈvæljuː ˌsɪstəm/
US /ˈvæljuː ˌsɪstəm/

A value system is the set of things a person believes are good and important.

Her value system puts kindness and honesty above winning.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The shared beliefs of a group or society about what matters.

The value system of the village centered on helping neighbors.

3. In computing, a set of ranked preferences used to guide choices.

The program uses a value system to pick the best option.

4. A framework for judging right from wrong in a field like business.

The company's value system rewards fair dealing with customers.