B2nounformalphilosophysociety
US/ˈeθ.ɪks/
UK/ˈeθ.ɪks/
ideas about what is right and wrong that guide how people behave
In context
Doctors in every country must follow strict medical ethics.
The ethics of testing products on animals are widely debated.
She teaches a course on business ethics at the university.
Words that go with ethics
adjective + noun
- medical ethicsMedical ethics protect patient privacy.
- professional ethicsA lawyer is bound by professional ethics.
noun + noun
- business ethicsBusiness ethics is a popular subject.
- ethics committeeThe ethics committee approved the study.
noun + preposition
- code of ethicsThe company has a clear code of ethics.
verb + noun
- question the ethicsMany people question the ethics of this practice.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The ethic of this job is important.Correct: The ethics of this job are important.