Unethical
(adjective)
- Not conforming to moral principles or professional standards of behavior.
- Not morally right or good.
Origin:
Un + ethical.
Examples:
- The company was found to have engaged in unethical business practices.
- He was accused of unethical behavior for accepting bribes.
- The researchers were criticized for their unethical conduct in the study.
- It is considered unethical for a lawyer to represent both sides in a case.
- The company's reputation was damaged by the unethical actions of its CEO.