deontologist

de·on·tol·o·gy

D d

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dee-on-tol-uh-jee]
- /ˌdi ɒnˈtɒl ə dʒi/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dee-on-tol-uh-jee]
- /ˌdi ɒnˈtɒl ə dʒi/

Definitions of deontologist word

noun deontologist ethics, especially that branch dealing with duty, moral obligation, and right action. 1
noun deontologist (ethics) A philosopher or other thinker who advocates or employs a deontological approach to ethics. 1

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Origin of deontologist

First appearance:

before 1820

One of the 38% newest English words

1820-30; < Greek deont- that which is binding (stem of déon, neuter present participle of deîn to bind), equivalent to de- bind + -ont- present participle suffix + -o- + -logy

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Parts of speech for Deontologist

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deontologist popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 62% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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