Consequentialism

Pronunciation: /ˈˌkɑnsəkwɛnʃəɫˈɪzəm/

Consequentialism (noun)

  1. A belief that the right action depends on its outcomes, and the best choice is the one that produces the most good overall.
  2. An approach in moral reasoning where you evaluate actions by comparing their effects, not by rules or intentions alone.

Examples

  • Consequentialism says results decide morality.
  • The policy is judged by its results, according to consequentialism.