ethics

Derived from the Greek word 'ethos' meaning 'character'.

NOUN (1)
[/ˈɛθ.ɪks/en-US]
Synonyms morality formal , principles , codes
Antonyms unethical

The moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior, or the study of what is right and wrong in human conduct.

plural
ethics
  • The company is committed to maintaining high standards of ethics in its business practices.
  • Philosophers have debated the nature of ethics for centuries.