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ethical purpose

[ˈɛθɪkəl ˈpɜrpəs]
noun phrasepl: ethical purposes
propósito ético
1. A goal or intention that is morally justified and aligns with principles of right and wrong conduct
The organization's ethical purpose is to provide fair wages to all workers.
O propósito ético da organização é fornecer salários justos a todos os trabalhadores.
2. A legitimate reason or objective based on moral principles rather than profit or personal gain
Research conducted for an ethical purpose must prioritize participant safety.
A pesquisa conduzida com um propósito ético deve priorizar a segurança dos participantes.
Synonyms
moral objectiverighteous goalprincipled aimvirtuous intention
Antonyms
unethical purposeimmoral objectivecorrupt intentionselfish motive

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
propósito ético
Standard usage in business and academic contexts
São Paulo
propósito ético
Commonly used in corporate governance discussions
Portugal
propósito ético
Used in formal and institutional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

for all the right reasons
acting in good faith
moral high ground
doing the right thing
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