BUSI 472 Terms - Test #7
Eudaimonia
A Greek word commonly translated as happiness or welfare; however, "human flourishing" has been proposed as a more accurate translation
Fallacy
An illogical argument, often appearing logical at first glance, involving a statement or statements that in one way on or another deceive or mislead
Golden Mean
Aristotle's definition of virtues being perfectly balanced points of moderation between two opposing, undesirable extremes.
Natural Law
Human values are embedded in human nature
Beneficence
Moral principle that one should help others further their important and legitimate interests
Deontology
Our duty is to obey the categorical imperative (universal respect) - Emmanuel Kant
Natural Rights
Our only moral duty is to respect the rights of others - John Locke
Moral Character
Possessing the courage, determination, and persistence to follow through and do what we know we ought to do.
Deon
The Greek word for "duty."
Collusion
The act of working with another person on an undertaking for which that person is individually responsible.
Critical Thinking
The active and systematic process of communication, problem solving, evaluation, analysis, synthesis, and reflection, both individually and in community, to foster understanding, support sound decision making, and guide action.
Legalism
The belief that ethical discussions are unnecessary because we have laws to govern people.
Epistemology
The branch of philosophy concerned with the theory of knowledge. Epistemology studies the nature of knowledge, justification, and the rationality of belief.
Logic
The branch of philosophy that deals with thinking and reasoning processes.
Fidelity
The principle that one should keep one's promises.