metaethics

/mɛtəˈɛθɪks/

Definitions

1. noun

The branch of philosophy that deals with the nature, sources, and limits of moral knowledge and the principles that guide moral inquiry.

“The professor’s lecture on metaethics sparked a heated debate among the students.”

2. noun

A critical examination of the underlying assumptions and methods of moral philosophy.

“The book provided a comprehensive overview of metaethics and its various approaches.”

Synonyms

  • ethics
  • moral philosophy

Antonyms

  • amoralism
  • immorality