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Ethic

usgb/ˈeθɪk/Volume
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Not Always Rules

Ethics can be unspoken social expectations, not just clear rules.

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His actions were frowned upon, lacking the usual social ethic.
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Context Sensitive

Ethics can vary greatly between professions, societies, and cultures.

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As an engineer, you must learn the specific ethics of your field.
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Subject to Debate

Ethical standards are not fixed and can be debated or challenged.

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There's an ongoing debate about the ethics of artificial intelligence.
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