⚖️ethical

adjective
/ˈɛθɪkəl/

Meaning

relating to moral principles or the right and wrong behavior
Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.

Example Sentences

The company follows strict ethical standards in its business practices.

Ethical considerations guide decisions.

Example Expressions

ethical dilemma

Synonyms

moral, principled, righteous, virtuous, honest
Entry 1
moral, principled, righteous, virtuous, honest
Entry 2
moral, principled

Antonyms

unethical, immoral, dishonest
Entry 1
unethical, immoral, dishonest
Entry 2
unethical, immoral

Collocations

ethical standards, ethical behavior, ethical issue, ethical dilemma, ethical decision

More Example Sentences

It is essential to keep technological innovation within an ethical framework.

Balancing personal freedom and social responsibility is an ethical challenge.

Should journalists publish all information, or is it ethical to withhold some?

Ethical approval for the research will be obtained from the relevant committee.

I think considering the context in every ethical dilemma is extremely important.

I have submitted the application for ethical approval and am awaiting the response.

The ethical conflict between animal rights and scientific research is a complex issue.

I want to ensure that this research meets all the conditions of the ethical guidelines.

Finding an ethical balance between protecting privacy and national security is difficult.

Making ethical decisions is not always easy because the line between right and wrong is often unclear.

Related Vocabularies

extending or moving uniformly in one direction; not curved or bent; honest
playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way
able to be understood or grasped; comprehensible
Relating to the whole world; worldwide.
not clean; lacking proper sanitation
having an uneven surface; not smooth; harsh

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