Meaning of the word ethics in English
What does ethics mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ethics
US /ˈeθ·ɪks/
UK /ˈɛθɪks/
Noun
1.
moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity
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The company has a strong code of ethics.
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He questioned the ethics of the decision.
2.
the branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles
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She is studying ethics at university.
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Medical ethics is a complex field.