Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
moral-question
Noun
/ˈmɔːrəl ˈkwɛsʧən/
Definition
A query that seeks to understand the rightness or wrongness of an action based on ethical principles.
Examples
- Is it ethical to lie to protect someone’s feelings?
- Should we prioritize individual rights over the greater good?
Meaning
Moral questions often involve dilemmas where one must choose between competing values or duties.
Synonyms
- ethical dilemma
- ethical question
- life question
