deontology
/diɑnˈtɑɫədʒi/
the study of the nature of duty and obligation
deontology in a sentence
“Deontology focuses on rules rather than consequences.”
Origin of deontology
Greek deon (duty, that which is binding) + -logia (study of)
Related Words
virtue ethics
a moral theory that focuses on the development of virtuous character
virtuous
having or showing high moral standards
righteous
morally right or justifiable
scrupulous
diligent, thorough, and attentive to accuracy and ethics
conscientious
wishing to do what is right; thorough and careful
principled
acting in accordance with morality; based on principles