CEFR B1

ethical

adjective

Meaning

Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.

Examples

The company has a strict ethical code that all employees must follow.
It is important to consider the ethical implications of genetic engineering.

Synonyms: right, principled, virtuous, righteous

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ethical (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɛθɪkl̩/

Definition

Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.

Examples

The company has a strict ethical code that all employees must follow.
It is important to consider the ethical implications of genetic engineering.
She is known for her ethical approach to business.

How to Use ethical

ethical code (collocation): A set of rules about moral principles and behavior. — "The organization has a clear ethical code for its members."
ethical implications (collocation): The possible effects or consequences of an action concerning moral principles. — "We need to discuss the ethical implications before launching the new product."
ethical issue (collocation): A problem or question that involves moral principles. — "The use of artificial intelligence raises many ethical issues."

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