Meaning Of The Word Utilitarianism

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Utilitarianism Meaning

Utilitarianism Definition
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utilitarianism
uncountable noun: Utilitarianism is the idea that the morally correct course of action is the one that produces benefit for the greatest number of people.

utilitarianism in American English
the doctrine that the worth or value of anything is determined solely by its utility
noun: the ethical doctrine that virtue is based on utility, and that conduct should be directed toward promoting the greatest happiness of the greatest number of persons

utilitarianism in British English
noun: the doctrine that the morally correct course of action consists in the greatest good for the greatest number, that is, in maximizing the total benefit resulting, without regard to the distribution of benefits and burdens

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