'ethically-performed' originates from the combination of 'ethical' and 'perform,' where 'ethical' is derived from the Greek word 'ethikos,' meaning 'moral character,' and 'perform' from the Old French 'parfornir,' meaning 'to carry out.'

'ethikos' transformed into the Latin 'ethicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ethical.' 'Parfornir' evolved into the Middle English 'performen,' leading to the modern English 'perform.'

Initially, 'ethical' meant 'pertaining to morals,' and 'perform' meant 'to carry out.' Combined, they convey the idea of carrying out actions in a morally acceptable manner.