of or relating to the philosophical study of ethics; ethical codes; ethical theories'

conforming to accepted standards of social or professional behavior; an ethical lawyer; ethical medical practice; an ethical problem; had no ethical objection to drinking; Ours is a world of nuclear giants and ethical infants- Omar N. Bradley

adhering to ethical and moral principles; it seems ethical and right; followed the only honorable course of action

[ Syn: honorable , honourable ]