bendable ethics
[BEN-duh-bul ETH-iks]
noun phrase
ética flexível
1. Moral principles or standards that are easily compromised, adjusted, or abandoned depending on circumstances, convenience, or personal gain; a flexible or situational approach to ethical conduct
The company's bendable ethics allowed them to cut corners on safety regulations whenever it increased profits.
A ética flexível da empresa permitiu que cortassem gastos com segurança sempre que isso aumentava os lucros.
2. A system of moral reasoning where principles are applied selectively rather than consistently
His bendable ethics meant he could justify almost any decision if it benefited him personally.
Sua ética flexível significava que ele podia justificar quase qualquer decisão se a beneficiasse pessoalmente.
The term 'bendable ethics' is commonly used in critiques of corporate behavior in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazil, it often appears in discussions of political corruption and business practices. In the USA, it's frequently invoked in corporate scandals and political discourse. The concept reflects cultural concerns about compromised values in modern capitalism and governance.
NYC Slang
playing fast and loose with the rules
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