virtue-theoretic-deliberation
/ˈvɜː.tʃuː θɪəˈret.ɪk ˌdel.ɪˈbeə.rə.ʃən/ IELTSAcademic
noun
Careful thinking about what a good person should do, based on character and virtues. It is common in ethics and philosophy.
- Her answer came from virtue-theoretic deliberation.
- The class discussed virtue-theoretic deliberation in ethics.
- He used virtue-theoretic deliberation before choosing.
Adinary Nuance
This phrase is more specific than deliberation alone. It means thinking that follows virtue ethics, not just careful decision-making. It is also narrower than moral reasoning, which can include rules, outcomes, or duties. Writers use it when they want to stress character and good habits, not only a single choice.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- suy xét theo đức hạnh
- Spanish
- deliberación sobre la virtud
- Chinese
- 德性伦理思考
- Japanese
- 徳倫理的熟考
- Korean
- 덕 윤리적 숙고
Etymology
This is a modern academic phrase built from Latin-root words: virtue, theory, and deliberation. It is used mainly in philosophy and ethics writing.
Common phrases
virtue-theoretic deliberationvirtue-theoretic approachethical deliberation
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Frequently asked questions
- Is virtue-theoretic deliberation a common phrase?
- No. It is a technical phrase used mostly in philosophy and academic writing.
- How is it different from moral reasoning?
- Moral reasoning is broader. Virtue-theoretic deliberation focuses on character and virtues.
- Can I use this in everyday English?
- Usually not. It sounds formal and academic, so use it in essays or discussions.