Code Of Conduct

8 words in this vocabulary list

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'acceptable' describes something that is able to be accepted or approved

  • The quality control team deemed the product to be of acceptable quality.
  • As long as the party starts at an acceptable time, I'll be there.
  • I'm only gonna hang out with people who are chill and acceptable.
  • Her behavior was not acceptable and crossed a line.

adjective able to be explained or justified; responsible for one's actions

  • It is important for employees to be accountable for their actions in the workplace.
  • We need to hold each other accountable for meeting the project deadline.
  • Stop making excuses and be accountable for your mistakes.
  • As the team leader, you are ultimately accountable for the success of the project.

adjective showing a lack of honor or moral principles; disgraceful or shameful

  • His dishonorable actions brought shame upon his family name.
  • I can't believe he would do something so dishonorable.
  • That was a really shady and dishonorable move.
  • Choosing to cheat in the game was a truly dishonorable decision.

noun a general rule, principle, or piece of advice to follow

  • The company policy manual clearly outlines the guideline for employee conduct.
  • Make sure to follow the guideline for submitting your expenses to get reimbursed.
  • I always try to stick to the guideline when it comes to meal prep.
  • In life, there is no set guideline for success, everyone's journey is different.

noun high respect; great esteem

verb to regard or treat with respect or admiration

  • It is a great honor to be invited to speak at the conference.
  • I feel honored to be a part of such a wonderful team.
  • I'm totally honored to be included in the group chat.
  • The medal of honor symbolizes bravery and sacrifice.

noun the qualities or characteristics associated with being a knight

  • The young squire aspired to achieve knighthood through years of training and service.
  • Hey, did you hear about Jake? He's been talking about going for knighthood at the next jousting tournament.
  • I heard Sarah got her knighthood last week after acing all her exams.
  • In the world of business, earning a knighthood is akin to reaching the top of the corporate ladder.

adjective not conforming to approved standards of social or professional behavior; morally wrong

adverb in an unethical manner

  • Engaging in unethical business practices can result in severe legal consequences.
  • It's really unethical to cheat on a test.
  • That move was so shady, it was totally unethical.
  • His actions were like a dark cloud of unethical behavior hanging over the company.

verb to stick firmly to a surface or substance; to follow closely or exactly

  • The employees strictly adhered to the company's dress code policy.
  • We made sure to stick to the rules and adhered to them.
  • We totally followed the guidelines and adhered to them.
  • Just like a magnet, she adhered to her principles no matter what.