Ethics — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Ethics
Ethics (noun)
- a set of moral principles, a theory or system of moral values —often used in plural but singular or plural in construction
- the principles of conduct governing an individual or a group
- an awareness of the moral importance of a specified thing
- a system of ethics by which acts are judged within their contexts instead of by categorical principles —called also situational ethics
- an ethic that stresses the virtue of hard work, thrift, and self-discipline
- a belief in work as a moral good, a set of values centered on the importance of doing work and reflected especially in a desire or determination to work hard
Ethics (noun phrase)
- a set of rules about good and bad behavior
Ethics (plural noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the code of good conduct for an individual or group
"the ethics of scouting require scouts to be loyal, clean, and reverent"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ethics
The most common words with a similar meaning to Ethics:
Origin & Etymology of Ethics
Middle English ethik, from Middle French ethique, from Latin ethice, from Greek ēthikē, from ēthikos
First known use: 1589
Words & Phrases Containing Ethics
Frequently Asked Questions about Ethics
What does "Ethics" mean?
"Ethics" means a set of moral principles, a theory or system of moral values —often used in plural but singular or plural in construction. As an a noun, a noun phrase and a plural noun, it is defined as: a set of moral principles, a theory or system of moral values —often used in plural but singular or plural in construction.
What is another word for "Ethics"?
Other words for "Ethics" include ethos, morality, morals, norms, principles and standards. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ethics" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Ethics"?
There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ethics". Common alternatives include ethos, morality, morals, norms, principles and standards.
How do you use "Ethics" in a sentence?
Examples of "Ethics" in a sentence: "the ethics of scouting require scouts to be loyal, clean, and reverent".
Is "Ethics" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Ethics" can be used as a noun, a noun phrase and a plural noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Ethics"?
"Ethics" is pronounced /ˈe-thik/ and divided into syllables as eth·ic.
What is the origin of the word "Ethics"?
"Ethics" comes from Middle English ethik, from Middle French ethique, from Latin ethice, from Greek ēthikē, from ēthikos. First known use: 1589.
What is another word for "Ethics" meaning "the code of good conduct for an individual or group"?
When "Ethics" (plural noun) means the code of good conduct for an individual or group, synonyms include ethos, morality, morals, norms, principles and standards.