ethics (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɛθɪks/

Definition

Moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior.

Examples

• The company's ethics were questioned after the scandal.

• He has strong personal ethics and always tries to do the right thing.

• Journalistic ethics require reporters to be objective and fair.

How to Use ethics

ethics of (prepositional phrase)

Moral principles relating to a specific subject or field. — "We discussed the ethics of gene editing."

code of ethics (collocation)

A set of rules or principles guiding conduct. — "The lawyer followed the strict code of ethics."

Synonyms of ethics

Words with a similar meaning to ethics:

• morals
• principles
• integrity
• virtue

Antonyms of ethics

Words with the opposite meaning to ethics:

• immorality
• unethical behavior

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