La ética consecuencialista
Example: La ética consecuencialista evalúa las acciones según sus resultados.
Definition
"La ética consecuencialista" is a branch of philosophy that evaluates the moral value of actions based solely on their outcomes or consequences, rather than intentions or intrinsic nature. It holds that the rightness or wrongness of an act depends on the overall good or harm it produces.
Etymology
The term "la ética consecuencialista" comes from Spanish, combining "ética" meaning ethics, and "consecuencialista," derived from 'consecuencia' meaning consequence. It reflects a philosophical approach focused on results. Did you know? The word highlights the importance of consequences in moral judgment, a concept dating back to thinkers like Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill.
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