noun
- plural of ethician; people who study, teach, or specialize in ethics
Usage: formal; academic
Examples
- The conference brought together leading ethicians from universities around the world.
- Ethicians debate whether artificial intelligence should be programmed with human values.
- Medical ethicians help hospitals develop policies on patient care and end-of-life decisions.
- Environmental ethicians examine our moral responsibilities to future generations.
- Business ethicians work with companies to establish ethical guidelines for employees.