Ethics — synonyms, definition

1. ethics (Noun)

ethical code* ethical motive moral philosophy moral principle* morality morals value orientation* value-systems

ethics (Noun) — Motivation based on ideas of right and wrong.

ethics (Noun) — The philosophical study of moral values and rules.

ethics (Noun) — The principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group. ex. "the Puritan ethic"

ethics (Noun) — A system of principles governing morality and acceptable conduct.

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