Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ethical-dilemma
noun
/ˈɛθ.ɪ.kəl dɪˈlɛm.ə/
Definition
A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more moral principles or values.
Examples
- Deciding whether to report a colleague for misconduct was an ethical dilemma for her.
- The ethical dilemma of whether to prioritize profit over environmental sustainability is a debate many businesses face.
- He found himself in an ethical dilemma when he learned about the company’s unethical practices.
Meaning
An ethical dilemma arises when a person faces conflicting moral obligations or when the right course of action is unclear due to conflicting values.
Synonyms
- moral conflict
- ethical conflict
- value conflict
- moral dilemma
