ethicist

noun

eth·​i·​cist ˈe-thə-sist How to pronounce ethicist (audio)
: a specialist in ethics

Examples of ethicist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The ethicists believe certain safeguards can and should be implemented as soon as possible to prevent such outcomes. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 9 May 2024 Engage with industry actors, policymakers, and ethicists to collectively establish ethical AI standards that reflect societal values. Byjeffrey Saviano, Fortune, 8 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for ethicist 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1890, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ethicist was circa 1890

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“Ethicist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ethicist. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Medical Definition

ethicist

noun
eth·​i·​cist ˈeth-ə-səst How to pronounce ethicist (audio)
: one who specializes in or is very concerned about ethics
now ethicists must confront the unsettling question of whether to set limits on scientific inquiryRicardo Sookdeo
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