Euthanasia: meaning, definitions and examples
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euthanasia
[ juหฮธษหneษชziษ ]
medical ethics
Euthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending a person's life to relieve them from suffering or pain. It can be voluntary, where the individual consents to the procedure, or involuntary, where consent is not obtained. This practice raises significant ethical and moral questions regarding the rights of individuals and the role of medical professionals.
Synonyms
assisted suicide, mercy killing, painless death
Examples of usage
- Euthanasia is a controversial topic in many countries.
- The patient chose euthanasia to end their suffering.
- Ethical debates surrounding euthanasia are ongoing.
Translations
Translations of the word "euthanasia" in other languages:
๐ต๐น eutanรกsia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเฅเคเคพเคฎเฅเคคเฅเคฏเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Euthanasie
๐ฎ๐ฉ eutanasia
๐บ๐ฆ ะตะฒัะฐะฝะฐะทัั
๐ต๐ฑ eutanazja
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฎๆฅฝๆญป
๐ซ๐ท euthanasie
๐ช๐ธ eutanasia
๐น๐ท eutanasia
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ฝ์ฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงููุชู ุงูุฑุญูู
๐จ๐ฟ eutanazie
๐ธ๐ฐ eutanรกzia
๐จ๐ณ ๅฎไนๆญป
๐ธ๐ฎ eutanazija
๐ฎ๐ธ lรญknardauรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฒัะฐะฝะฐะทะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ euthanasia
๐ฒ๐ฝ eutanasia
Etymology
The term euthanasia originates from the Greek words 'eu' meaning 'well' or 'good' and 'thanatos' meaning 'death'. The concept has been present throughout history, with discussions about the morality and implications of assisted dying occurring as far back as ancient Greece and Rome. In those times, euthanasia was sometimes seen as a compassionate act. However, perceptions have shifted through eras and cultures. In the 20th century, the debate intensified due to advancements in medical technology and a growing understanding of patient rights. Legal frameworks around euthanasia vary widely, with some countries allowing it under specific circumstances while others strictly prohibit it. The ethical considerations surrounding this practice continue to evoke strong opinions and passionate discussions in both legal and medical communities.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #20,782, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 20779 patrician
- 20780 undisclosed
- 20781 conciliate
- 20782 euthanasia
- 20783 unmolested
- 20784 pursed
- 20785 wiry
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