ethical

Definition

Of or relating to the study of ethics.

Etymology

From ethic + -al, from Late Latin ethicus (“moral, ethical”), from Ancient Greek ἠθικός (ēthikós, “of or for morals, moral, expressing character”), from ἦθος (êthos, “character, moral nature”).

Example Sentences

• "The philosopher Kant is particularly known for his ethical writings."
• "All employees must familiarize themselves with our ethical guidelines."
• "An angry dispute between an animal welfare charity and its former employee will be the first case in Britain to decide whether ethical veganism is a “philosophical belief” that should be afforded the same protections as religion."

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