La deontología
Example: La deontología guía las normas éticas en la profesión médica.
Definition
"La deontología" refers to the branch of philosophy that studies moral duties and the rules governing ethical conduct, especially in professional contexts. It guides ethical standards and principles to ensure responsible and honorable behavior in various fields, such as medicine or law.
Etymology
The word "la deontología" comes from the Greek words 'deon,' meaning duty, and 'logos,' meaning study or discourse. Did you know? The term was popularized in the 19th century as ethical theories focused more on duties and obligations rather than just consequences.
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"La deontología" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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