6/20/2025, 7:00:25 PM
Definition of Ethical
Ethical
Eth·i·cal
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Relating to moral principles and values.
e.g. The company's ethical standards prohibit bribery and corruption.
(adjective)
relating to the perception of things as morally correct or incorrect, especially expressing an opinion for or against something based on whether it will harm people or the environment;
e.g. He was faced by an ethical decision and forced to consider whether his actions would cause harm.
(adjective)
morally correct or good, following the standards of what is acceptable conduct;
e.g. She is pursuing the ethical course of action by not focusing on the profits of the project.
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