situational morality
[/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃənəl məˈrælɪti/]
noun
moral relativa; moralidade situacional
1. An ethical approach where moral judgments are not based on fixed principles but vary depending on the circumstances, context, or consequences of a situation
Some critics argue that situational morality can lead to inconsistent ethical decisions.
Alguns críticos argumentam que a moralidade situacional pode levar a decisões éticas inconsistentes.
2. The practice of adjusting one's moral standards or principles based on what seems practical or advantageous in a given circumstance
He was accused of situational morality when he changed his position based on political convenience.
Ele foi acusado de moralidade situacional quando mudou sua posição por conveniência política.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, situational morality is often used critically to describe inconsistent ethical behavior, particularly in political discourse. In Brazil, it's frequently referenced when discussing corruption and political scandals. The concept is generally viewed negatively in formal ethics discussions but acknowledged pragmatically in business and political decision-making.
NYC Slang
playing by different rules; doing whatever works; moral flexibility
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