Ethicopolitical

/ˌɛθɪkoʊpəˈlɪtɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to both ethics and politics; concerning the intersection of moral principles and political systems or governance.

Etymology

A compound adjective combining 'ethico-' (ethics) and 'political' (from Greek 'politikos' meaning 'of citizens or the state').

Kelly Says

The word 'ethicopolitical' exists precisely because people constantly debate whether politicians should follow the same moral rules as everyone else—it's a perennial political tension.

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