behave ethically

[bɪˈheɪv ˈɛθɪkli]
verb phrase
agir eticamente
1. to conduct oneself in a manner that conforms to moral principles and standards of right and wrong
The company promised to behave ethically in all its business dealings.
A empresa prometeu agir eticamente em todos os seus negócios.
2. to act with integrity and honesty, following established moral codes and social norms
Healthcare professionals must behave ethically when treating patients.
Os profissionais de saúde devem agir eticamente ao tratar os pacientes.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, behaving ethically is increasingly emphasized in corporate environments, education, and public discourse. In Brazil, the concept gained prominence following corruption scandals and the enactment of anti-corruption legislation. In the USA, ethical behavior is a cornerstone of professional codes and business practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
act morallyconduct oneself properlyact with integritybehave honorablyfollow ethical standards
Antonyms / Antônimos
behave unethicallyact immorallyconduct oneself dishonestlyact dishonorably

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
agir eticamente
most common and formal usage
Brazil (colloquial)
proceder com ética
alternative formal expression
Portugal
agir eticamente
identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal (colloquial)
comportar-se com ética
slightly more formal variant

Related Words

ethicsmoralityintegrityconductvirtueprinciple

Related Idioms & Phrases

do the right thing
keep one's hands clean
play by the rules
walk the walk and talk the talk
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