Il dilemma morale
Example: Affrontare un dilemma morale è difficile per tutti noi.
Definition
"Il dilemma morale" refers to a situation in philosophy where an individual faces a difficult choice between two or more actions, each having ethical implications. It involves conflicting moral principles, making it challenging to decide the right course of action.
Etymology
The term "il dilemma morale" comes from the Italian language, where "dilemma" is borrowed from Latin and Greek, meaning a situation requiring a choice between two equally undesirable options. "Morale" derives from Latin 'moralis,' relating to customs or morals. Together, they express a challenging ethical decision.
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