deontology

 
Pronunciation: /ˌdiːɒnˈtɒlədʒi/

noun

[mass noun] Philosophy
  • the study of the nature of duty and obligation.

Derivatives

deontological

Pronunciation: /-təˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l/
adjective

deontologist

noun

Origin:

early 19th century: from Greek deont- 'being right' (from dei 'it is right') + -logy