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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For the Olympics, the epitome of the Games is ethics.

From Los Angeles Times

But his supreme fitness, work ethic, athleticism and boxing brain earnt him the respect of his peers in the ring.

From Barron's

It is particularly impressive because it combines text, visuals and audio in a single system, AI ethics researcher Margaret Mitchell says.

From BBC

Glenn also urged people to report concerns about employees or contractors to the county’s ethics hotline.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m not the one pretending to have ethics,” he said.

From Literature