ethicology (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɛθɪˈkɒlədʒi/
Definition
The study of ethics and moral principles, often focusing on the nature of right and wrong, and how individuals and societies should behave.
Examples
The department of ethicology at the university offered a wide range of courses on moral philosophy and ethics.
The company's ethicology committee was responsible for ensuring that all business practices were fair and transparent.
The philosopher's work on ethicology had a significant impact on the development of modern moral theory.
How to Use ethicology
- study of ethicology (noun phrase)
- the field of study that focuses on ethics and moral principles — "The university offers a degree in the study of ethicology."
- ethicology of (prepositional phrase)
- the study of ethics and moral principles in relation to a particular topic or field — "The ethicology of animal behavior is a fascinating field of study."
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