unethical

Definition

Breaching the established standards of conduct or behavior within a particular organization or profession.

Etymology

From un- + ethical.

Example Sentences

• "He was sacked for unethical conduct."
• "The following potentially unethical coding practices are presented along with the standard from the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding that they may violate."
• "However, occasionally one encounters unethical but not immoral practice, because in China, market regulations are neither sufficient nor regularly updated."

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