nonethical

adjective

non·​eth·​i·​cal ˌnän-ˈe-thi-kəl How to pronounce nonethical (audio)
: not ethical: such as
a
: not conforming to accepted standards of conduct : unethical
nonethical business practices
b
: not involving or expressing moral approval or disapproval
defined in nonethical terms

Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nonethical was in 1856

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“Nonethical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonethical. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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