ethic
noun /ˈeθ.ɪk/Definition
C2 [C usually plural] a system of accepted beliefs that control behaviour, especially such a system based on morals: the (Protestant) work ethic The ethics of journalism are much debated. He said he was bound by a scientist's code of ethics. Publication of the article was a breach of ethics.Morality and rules of behaviour ethics C2 [U] › the study of what is morally right and what is notMorality and rules of behaviour
(Definition of ethic noun from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- antisocial adjective
- bioethics noun
- claim noun (DEMAND)
- conscience noun
- decency noun
- double standard noun
- honour noun (RESPECT)
- liberty noun (FREEDOM)
- moral noun (MESSAGE)
- moralist noun
- morality noun
- moralize verb
- morally adverb
- motto noun
- propriety noun
- savoury adjective
- scruple noun
- social conscience noun
- spirit noun (WAY OF FEELING)
- work ethic noun
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