B2
ethic vs ethics
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ethicnoun/ˈeθ.ɪk/ | Meaning a set of beliefs about what is right and wrong that guides how a person or group behaves | Goes with work ethic | Example She has a strong work ethic and never misses a deadline. |
| ethicsnoun/ˈeθ.ɪks/ | Meaning ideas about what is right and wrong that guide how people behave | Goes with medical ethics | Example Doctors in every country must follow strict medical ethics. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The company's of putting customers first has made it very successful.