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- pronunciation:
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thihks
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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plural noun |
| definition 1: |
(used with a sing. verb) the branch of philosophy that deals with values pertaining to human conduct, such as good and bad or right and wrong actions and motives; moral philosophy.
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| definition 2: |
(used with a sing. or pl. verb) the rules of conduct or moral principles of an individual or a group.
Knowingly causing harm to a patient is a violation of the ethics of the medical profession.Though perhaps not strictly illegal, business ethics prevents the company from engaging in that type of practice.- similar words:
- moral, morality, principle
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| related words: |
casuistry, value |
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| derivation: |
ethicist (n.) |
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