ethically
Americanadverb
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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.
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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.
Other Word Forms
- hyperethically adverb
- nonethically adverb
- pseudoethically adverb
- superethically adverb
Etymology
Origin of ethically
Example Sentences
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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
We need prudent vigilance and an open and honest debate about the risks and benefits of neurotechnology, to ensure it is used responsibly and ethically.
From Scientific American
Attorney Bradley Moss agreed that Tacopina's representation of Trump in the Daniels hush money payment case is "ethically suspect."
From Salon
And wouldn’t you know it, Chelsea’s opponents this weekend are Newcastle, who in a more ethically and properly regulated game wouldn’t have the owners they currently do either.
From The Guardian
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