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ethic

[eth-ik] / ˈɛθ ɪk /
NOUN
moral principle
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fairness integrity moral morality principle virtue
STRONG
code principles righteousness rightfulness rightness value-system
WEAK
ethical code ethical values ethicality ethicalness moral philosophy set of values
Antonyms
STRONGEST
corruption dishonesty dishonor evil immorality

Example Sentences

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We’ve worked hard for 18 years to instill a strong work ethic and teach budgeting skills, and I don’t want to see that undone.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Tech billionaires looking to burnish their image seem to believe that the work ethic is an expendable feature of a free-market society.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The Wales back three were prominent with Josh Adams and Rees-Zammit dangerous with ball in hand, while Mee demonstrated a tireless work ethic in arguably his finest game for Wales.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

"Rondale had a work ethic unmatched by anyone," Brohm said.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Punctual and thorough, he had a good work ethic and absolutely no ambition, which suited Petty Officer Lac, who had plenty of ambition but no work ethic to speak of.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee