Deontology

//ˌdiːɒnˈtɒləd͡ʒi//

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Noun

The word "deontology" can be used as a noun.

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Coordinate Terms

consequentialism teleology utilitarianism virtue ethics

Derived Terms

deontological deontologist

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Related Terms

consequence deontic ethics goodness normative ethics

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consequentialism utilitarianism

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