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unethical The act of being dishonest or immoral in one's dealings with others.  ■ "I had to report my colleague for being unethical because they were stealing office supplies."


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Backdoor A secret or hidden entrance to a place, especially one that is used for illegal or unethical purposes.  ■ The politician was caught using the backdoor to bribe voters.

boycott A social protest against a product, organization or individual due to its perceived immoral or unethical practices.  ■ "I'm boycotting Amazon because they don't pay their workers enough. It's time for them to feel the pinch in their pockets!

Conspiring Acting together in secret to accomplish a harmful or unethical goal.  ■ "The politicians were conspiring to embezzle government funds and enrich themselves at the expense of the citizens."

criminally In a way that is so obviously illegal or unethical that it would be considered a crime by most people, even if it isn't technically one.  ■ "He criminally overcharged the customer for his services."

Criminals A person who is guilty of a crime or an act that is considered illegal or unethical.  ■ "The criminals were caught red-handed and sent to jail."

exploited Adjective used to describe someone or something that is being taken advantage of in a cruel or unethical way.  ■ The company exploited the workers by making them work long hours with low pay and no benefits.

immoral Being or doing something that is considered wrong, unethical, or not in keeping with moral standards.  ■ "She was immoral and cheated on her husband with his best friend."

indignant Feeling great anger or outrage over something that is perceived to be unjust, unethical, or insulting.  ■ "I was indignant when I found out my roommate had been using my toothbrush without asking!"

League A secret society or organization formed for a specific purpose, often with illegal or unethical intentions.  ■ "The mafia is a notorious league of organized crime that operates across the world."

moonlighting Engaging in secret, often illegal or unethical activities during the time when one is supposed to be working in another job.  ■ "I've been moonlighting as a bartender on weekends, but my boss at the office is starting to suspect something.