Unethical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʌnˈɛθɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unethical is an adjective meaning Breaching the established standards of conduct or behavior within a particular organization or profession.
Meaning
Breaching the established standards of conduct or behavior within a particular organization or profession.
More Meanings
- Immoral, morally wrong.
Example Sentences
He was sacked for unethical conduct.
However, occasionally one encounters unethical but not immoral practice, because in China, market regulations are neither sufficient nor regularly updated.
The following potentially unethical coding practices are presented along with the standard from the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding that they may violate.
For example, individuals accused of unethical conduct might challenge the decision rendered by an ethics review panel if they were displeased with the ethics review process or outcome.
Synonyms for unethical
Depending on context, synonyms include aberrant, corrupt, corrupted, depraved, dirty-handed, dissolute.
Antonyms for unethical
Common opposites include ethical.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include immoral, wrong, dishonorable, dishonourable, base, inappropriate.
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