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ethically
 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial ethically has 1 sense
  1. ethically - in an ethical manner; from an ethical point of view; according to ethics; "he behaved ethically"; "this is ethically unacceptable"
    Antonyms:     unethically
    Derived from adjective ethical2

Definitions from the Web

Definition

ethically (adverb): in a manner that conforms to moral principles and standards.

Senses and Usages

  1. Local Usage: In a manner acceptable or appropriate within a specific local community.
  2. Popular Usage: In a manner that is morally right and justifiable on a broader societal level.

Sample Sentences

  1. Local usage:

    Supporting local farmers and buying organic produce is ethically important to our community.

  2. Popular usage:

    Companies should strive to treat their employees ethically and not exploit their labor for maximum profit.

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