ethically

American  

[eth-i-klee] / ˈɛθ ɪ kli /

adverb

1. in a way that relates to morals, the principles of morality, or right and wrong conduct.

   It is ethically unjustifiable to provide a lower standard of care to patients with lower income.

2. in a way that accords with moral principles or the rules or norms for right conduct, often specific to a profession.

   Teachers have an obligation to act ethically, promoting positive values and maintaining professional standards of behavior.

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Other Word Forms

• hyperethically adverb
• nonethically adverb
• pseudoethically adverb
• superethically adverb

Etymology

Origin of ethically

ethical ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

It was the talk of the town, an opera with a little something for everyone, an opera that that stands for something culturally, spiritually and ethically.

From Los Angeles Times

Candidates using AI ethically will have transparent policies outlining their use of AI and campaign ethics codes.

From Salon

A spokesman for James earlier said he denies the allegations and that he always conducted himself ethically.

From The Wall Street Journal

At New York Institute of Technology, we teach how AI works and how to use it ethically and effectively.

From The Wall Street Journal

A spokesman for James said he denies the allegations and that he always conducted himself ethically.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• culturally
• philosophically
• politically
• psychologically