A autonomia moral
Example: A autonomia moral é fundamental para decisões éticas conscientes.
Definition
"A autonomia moral" refers to the capacity of an individual to make ethical decisions independently, guided by their own principles and reasoning rather than external authority or social pressure. It is fundamental for conscious and responsible moral judgment.
Etymology
"A autonomia moral" comes from Portuguese, where "autonomia" derives from the Greek words 'autos' meaning 'self' and 'nomos' meaning 'law,' suggesting the concept of self-governance. "Moral" comes from the Latin 'moralis,' relating to customs or manners. Together, the phrase means self-governance in matters of ethics.
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