ethics

noun

The standards that govern the conduct of a person, especially a member of a profession.

(philosophy) The study of principles relating to right and wrong conduct.

Morality.

Roots

ethoseth- · Greek · character, custom

Synonyms for ethics

philosophyn axiologyn casuistryn epistemologyn

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