Ethisch
Example: Het is belangrijk om ethisch te handelen in het dagelijks leven.
Definition
"Ethisch" describes behavior or principles that conform to accepted standards of right and wrong, especially in moral philosophy. It refers to actions or attitudes that are morally good or correct, such as doing what is fair, just, and respectful in daily life.
Etymology
The word "ethisch" comes from the Greek word 'ethikos,' meaning 'moral' or 'relating to character.' It entered Dutch through Latin 'ethicus.' Did you know? The root 'ethos' originally referred to the character or disposition of a person, which is why "ethisch" relates to moral behavior.
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"Ethisch" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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