English · Word Candidate

ethical

/ˈɛθɪkəl/

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Also seen as: ethicals

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Of or relating to the study of ethics.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Liên quan đến nghiên cứu đạo đức

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Adjective

The philosopher Kant is particularly known for his ethical writings.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Of or relating to the accepted principles of right and wrong, especially those of some organization or profession.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Liên quan đến nguyên tắc đúng và sai được chấp nhận

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Adjective

All employees must familiarize themselves with our ethical guidelines.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

An ethical drug, one only dispensed on the prescription of a physician.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Thuốc chỉ được bán theo đơn của bác sĩ

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Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “ethical” mean?

Of or relating to the study of ethics.

Is “ethical” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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