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ethic

[eth-ik] / ˈɛθ ɪk /
NOUN
moral principle
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fairness integrity moral morality principle virtue
STRONG
code principles righteousness rightfulness rightness value-system
WEAK
ethical code ethical values ethicality ethicalness moral philosophy set of values
Antonyms
STRONGEST
corruption dishonesty dishonor evil immorality

Example Sentences

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We’ve worked hard for 18 years to instill a strong work ethic and teach budgeting skills, and I don’t want to see that undone.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Tech billionaires looking to burnish their image seem to believe that the work ethic is an expendable feature of a free-market society.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Well, she's not 82, but she has that very similar work ethic.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

But his supreme fitness, work ethic, athleticism and boxing brain earnt him the respect of his peers in the ring.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

My parents had instilled in me a strong work ethic and a nothing-but-the-best mentality.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.