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unethical method

[/ʌnˈɛθɪkəl ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: unethical methods
método antiético
1. A procedure, technique, or approach that violates moral principles and professional standards of conduct
Using unethical methods to gain competitive advantage is illegal in most industries.
Usar métodos antiéticos para ganhar vantagem competitiva é ilegal na maioria das indústrias.
2. A practice that disregards ethical guidelines, integrity, or fairness in business, research, or personal dealings
The company was fined for employing unethical methods in their marketing campaign.
A empresa foi multada por empregar métodos antiéticos em sua campanha de marketing.
Synonyms
dishonest methodimproper methodimmoral practicecorrupt practiceunfair procedure
Antonyms
ethical methodmoral practicehonest approachfair procedureprincipled method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método antiético
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
método antiético
common in business and legal contexts
Portugal
método antiético
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

bend the rules
cut corners
play dirty
above board (antonym)
by the book (antonym)
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