B2nounworksociety
US/ˈeθ.ɪk/
UK/ˈeθ.ɪk/
a set of beliefs about what is right and wrong that guides how a person or group behaves
In context
She has a strong work ethic and never misses a deadline.
The company's ethic of putting customers first has made it very successful.
Many young people share an ethic of caring for the environment.
Words that go with ethic
noun + noun
- work ethica strong belief in the value of working hardShe has a strong work ethic and never misses a deadline.
- business ethicsrules about fair and honest behavior in businessHe teaches a course on business ethics.
- medical ethicsrules about right and wrong in medicineMedical ethics forbids doctors from sharing patient records.
noun + preposition
- code of ethicsa written set of rules about right behaviorEvery doctor must follow the hospital's code of ethics.