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Ethical

usgb/ˈeθɪkl/Volume
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Context MattersPlay
Consider the situation to decide if 'ethical' implies legal, professional, or personal morality. SlideThe lawyer questioned the ethical implications of the case.
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Cultural SensitivityPlay
'Ethical' can vary by culture; what's ethical in one society may not be in another. SlideHer ethical views were influenced by her cultural background.
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Personal BeliefsPlay
Remember that 'ethical' can refer to individual beliefs, not just wider social norms. SlideHe made an ethical choice that reflected his personal values.