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/
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Noun

1.

moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity

Example:
The company has a strong code of ethics.
He questioned the ethics of the decision.
2.

the branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles

Example:
She is studying ethics at university.
Medical ethics is a complex field.
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