unethical objective
[/ʌnˈɛθɪkəl əbˈdʒɛktɪv/]
nounpl: unethical objectives
objetivo antiético
1. A goal or aim that violates moral principles, professional standards, or ethical guidelines; a purpose that is morally wrong or dishonest
The company was criticized for pursuing an unethical objective of maximizing profits at the expense of worker safety.
A empresa foi criticada por perseguir um objetivo antiético de maximizar lucros à custa da segurança dos trabalhadores.
2. An intention or target that contradicts established codes of conduct in a specific field or profession
The researcher's unethical objective to manipulate data undermined the integrity of the entire study.
O objetivo antiético do pesquisador de manipular dados prejudicou a integridade de todo o estudo.
In both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, identifying and avoiding unethical objectives is central to compliance training and governance frameworks. In Brazil, there is increasing emphasis on ethical conduct following corporate scandals, while in the USA, this term is commonly used in legal, medical, and business ethics discussions. The Portuguese phrase 'objetivo antiético' is formal and typically used in official complaints, audits, or academic critiques.
NYC Slang
shady goal / dirty objective
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