Meaning of Heinz dilemma | Babel Free
Definitions
A thought experiment in ethics, involving a dilemma of whether saving a life justifies theft or other illegal activities.
Examples
“This study of the Heinz dilemma has led to the literature on the ethics of care. The Heinz dilemma is about a man who considers stealing a drug that he cannot afford to buy in order to save the life of his wife.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.