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ethically-run

|eth-i-cal-ly-run|

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/ˈɛθɪkli rʌn/

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/ˈɛθɪkəli rʌn/

operate/managed morally

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ethically-run' is a modern compound formed in English from 'ethically' (the adverb of 'ethical') + 'run' (the verb meaning 'to manage or operate'). 'ethical' ultimately comes from Greek 'ethikos' via Latin and French; '-ly' is an adverbial suffix from Old English/Old Germanic.

Historical Evolution

'ethical' derives from Greek 'ethikos' (relating to character or custom) → Latin/French forms 'ethicus'/'ethique' → English 'ethical'. 'run' comes from Old English 'rinnan' (to flow, run) and developed through Middle English into the modern verb 'run', which additionally acquired the sense 'to manage' (as in 'run a business'). The compound 'ethically-run' is a straightforward modern English formation combining the adverb and verb/participle.

Meaning Changes

Individually, 'ethical' originally meant 'relating to moral character' and has kept that sense; 'run' originally meant 'to move quickly' or 'to flow' and broadened to include 'to operate/manage'. The compound now specifically means 'operated in a morally responsible way.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to manage or operate (something) in an ethical manner; (phrasal/compound use) to run ethically.

They ethically-run the charity, ensuring transparency in all donations.

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Adjective 1

operated or managed in a morally responsible way; run according to ethical principles.

The ethically-run company donates a portion of its profits to community programs.

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Last updated: 2025/09/01 12:29