vocab 3 Flashcards
ethical dilemma
a situation in which there is a conflict between moral principles, making it difficult to determine the right course of action
egoism
the belief that individuals should prioritize their own self-interests above the interests of others
altruism
the practice of putting the interests or well-being of others before one’s own interests
social contract
an implicit agreement among members of a society to cooperate for social benefits, often influencing moral rules
justice
fairness and equity in the treatment of individuals and distribution of resources
morally justified
actions or decisions that are supported by strong ethical reasoning
moral compass
an internalized sense of direction that guides an individual’s moral decisions
golden rule
the principle of treating others as one would wish to be treated
human rights
fundamental entitlements and freedoms that all individuals are inherently entitled to
ethical leadership
leadership that is guided by moral principles and promotes ethical behavior among followers