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ethics

[eth-iks] / ˈɛθ ɪks /
NOUN
morality
Synonyms
STRONG
belief conduct conscience convention conventionalities criteria decency ethos goodness honesty honor ideal imperative integrity morality mores nature practice principles standard standards value
WEAK
moral code natural law
Antonyms
STRONG
corruption disgrace dishonesty dishonor evil immorality indecency

Example Sentences

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I now use EganaGoldpfeil and Tack Fat as case studies in the college course I teach on ethics in finance.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Morals and ethics are second cousins, twice removed.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“All My Sons,” Miller’s breakthrough play about capitalism’s warped ethics in the guise of a domestic drama, just finished a successful run at Antaeus Theatre Company in Glendale.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer launched an ethics investigation before Simons announced his resignation.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

“No. But there’s a code of ethics in business.”

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright