The deontological ethics
Example: The deontological ethics insists on following moral rules regardless of outcomes.
Definition
"The deontological ethics" refers to a branch of moral philosophy that emphasizes the importance of following moral rules or duties regardless of the consequences. It asserts that certain actions are intrinsically right or wrong, and moral obligations must be adhered to under all circumstances.
Etymology
The term "the deontological ethics" derives from the Greek word 'deon,' meaning 'duty,' combined with 'logos,' meaning 'study' or 'science.' It was popularized in modern philosophy to describe ethical theories focused on duties rather than outcomes. Did you know that 'deon' literally means 'that which is binding or obligatory'?
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"The deontological ethics" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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