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ethicist

American  
[eth-uh-sist] / ˈɛθ ə sɪst /
Also ethician

noun

  1. a person who specializes in or writes on ethics or who is devoted to ethical principles.


Etymology

Origin of ethicist

First recorded in 1890–95; ethic + -ist

Example Sentences

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Ethicist Carissa Véliz warns that our societal obsession with predictions is ruining democracy.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

Ethicist Zoe Fritz said language that "casts doubt, belittles or blames patients" was long overdue for change.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2023

Ethicist: What obligations do we have to friends who are struggling?

From New York Times • Dec. 25, 2022

Ethicist: Does someone undergoing surgery to lose weight have to tell people?

From New York Times • Dec. 11, 2022

Ethicist Gushee wonders if Biola can afford this stance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2022

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