ethical

adjective B2

Meaning

The term "ethical" refers to principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity, particularly concerning what is morally right or wrong.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "ethical" with "ethnic," which refers to cultural or racial characteristics.

Example Sentences

Is it ethical to use animals for scientific testing ?
It is important to make ethical choices at work every day .
The company follows ethical practices to protect the environment .
The company follows strict ethical guidelines in all its operations .

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