gesinnungsethisch
based on the ethics of conviction
English translations
- 01
deontological
- 02
based on conviction
- 03
based on duty
Word details
- German meaning
- Bezieht sich auf eine Ethik, die die moralische Qualität einer Handlung anhand der zugrunde liegenden Absicht oder Gesinnung beurteilt.
- English meaning
- Ethics of conviction
- Synonym
- prinzipientreu, werteorientiert
- German example
- Seine Entscheidung war gesinnungsethisch motiviert, auch wenn die Folgen unerwartet waren.
- English example
- His decision was motivated by ethics of conviction, even if the consequences were unexpected.
Example sentences with “gesinnungsethisch”
Sein Handeln war rein gesinnungsethisch motiviert. (His actions were motivated purely by the ethics of conviction.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 'gesinnungsethisch' and 'verantwortungsethisch'?
Derived from Max Weber, 'Gesinnungsethik' focuses on the moral purity of one's intent, whereas 'Verantwortungsethik' focuses on the consequences of one's actions.