The moral claim
Example: The moral claim that everyone deserves respect is widely debated.
Definition
"The moral claim" refers to an assertion or demand based on ethical principles, stating that a particular right, duty, or respect is owed to someone. It often involves arguments about what individuals or groups deserve according to moral standards.
Etymology
The phrase "the moral claim" combines 'moral,' derived from the Latin 'moralis,' relating to customs or manners, with 'claim,' from Latin 'clamare,' meaning to call out or demand. Together, they form a term used in philosophy to denote an ethical demand or right.
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"The moral claim" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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