ETHICAL

ethical

Noun

  1. An ethical drug.

Adjective

  1. Of or relating to the study of ethics.
    The philosopher Kant is particularly known for his ethical writings.
  2. Of or relating to the accepted principles of right and wrong, especially those of some organization or profession.
    All employees must familiarize themselves with our ethical guidelines.
  3. Morally approvable, when referring to an action that affects others; good.
    We are trying to decide what the most ethical course of action would be.
  4. Only dispensed on the prescription of a physician.
    In most jurisdictions, morphine is classified as an ethical drug.


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