Ethic Definition & Meaning

ethic
noun
  1. the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group; "the Puritan ethic"; "a person with old-fashioned values"
  2. a system of principles governing morality and acceptable conduct

"Ethic" in song lyrics

See how ethic is used in real songs:

  • "Shirt sweated full of work ethic"
    Brother Ali — Self Taught
  • "Yardfather wrecks it expect it It's somethin of ethic"
    DJ Premier f/ Papoose, Saigon, Tef — Lifetime Membership
  • "Just watch us, he blessed the whole game with his ethic"
    Focus... f/ Kurupt, Rapper Big Pooh, Sha Stimuli — Homage to Pete Rock

Usage tips for "ethic"

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