Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
question-of-morality
Noun
/ˈkwɛs.tʃən əv mɔːˈrælə.ti/
Definition
A question that arises regarding what is right or wrong, often involving ethical considerations.
Examples
- In discussing the death penalty, we often face a profound question of morality.
- The environmental crisis raises a question of morality about our responsibility to future generations.
- Debates on animal rights invariably lead to a question of morality concerning our treatment of non-human creatures.
Meaning
An inquiry into the principles of right and wrong behavior, often questioning the moral implications of actions or beliefs.
Synonyms
- ethical dilemma
- moral issue
- ethical question
- moral quandary
