Ethical Terms

Absolutist.

Someone who believes in an opinion or rule and must be true in all situations, no matter the circumstances. Believe in NO exceptions.

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Absolutism.

A rule that is true in all situations.

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Relativist.

Someone who makes a judgement depending on the circumstances.

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Relativism.

A judgement that depends on the circumstances, there is no universal right or wrong.

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Subjective.

No fixed rules, judgments based only on personal opinions.

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Objective.

Judgments based on an impartial absolute value system.

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Deontological.

An action of judgement that must be either right or wrong, and must not consider circumstances or outcomes.

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Teleological.

Being concerned with someone or something’s ultimate goal. (motive)

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A rule that is true in all situations.

Absolutism.

Someone who makes a judgement depending on the circumstances.

A judgement that depends on the circumstances, there is no universal right or wrong.

No fixed rules, judgments based only on personal opinions.

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