C1adjectivephilosophy
US/ˈeθ.ɪ.kəl/
UK/ˈeθ.ɪ.kəl/
connected with what is right and wrong; also, morally right
In context
Using AI to write essays raises serious ethical questions for schools.
More shoppers want to buy from ethical fashion brands.
Journalists must follow strict ethical rules when they report on children.
Words that go with ethical
adjective + noun
- ethical issuesGene editing raises difficult ethical issues.
- ethical standardsThe company says it follows high ethical standards.
- ethical dilemmaDoctors often face an ethical dilemma about telling the truth.
- ethical concernsThere are ethical concerns about tracking workers' phones.
adverb + adjective
- ethically sourcedAll the coffee in this café is ethically sourced.