Betekenis van ethic In het Nederlands

• 0 a system of accepted beliefs that control behaviour, especially such a system based on morals:

  • the (Protestant) work ethic

  • The ethics of journalism are much debated.

  • He said he was bound by a scientist's code of ethics.

  • Publication of the article was a breach of ethics.

• 1 a system of accepted beliefs that control behavior, esp. such a system based on morals:

  • Our school promotes an ethic of service to the community.

• 2 a system of accepted rules about behaviour, based on what is considered right and wrong:

  • business/professional ethics It would be contrary to business ethics to refuse her insurance cover.

  • A coach is required to comply with the National Governing Body's code of ethics.

  • We promote an ethic of cooperation and social reciprocity.