Example: L'éthique guide nos choix dans la vie quotidienne.
Definition
"Éthique" refers to the branch of philosophy that studies moral principles guiding human behavior, helping determine what is right and wrong. It influences decisions and actions, as in the phrase "Éthique guides our choices in daily life."
Translations
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Etymology
The word "éthique" comes from the Greek word 'ethikos,' meaning 'relating to character,' derived from 'ethos,' meaning 'custom' or 'habit.' Did you know? The term was popularized in philosophical contexts during the Renaissance to describe moral philosophy.
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