Altruism and Rapaciousness
Opposite meaning words
Altruism
Altruism noun - The quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others.
Rapaciousness is an antonym for altruism.
Rapaciousness
Rapaciousness noun - An intense selfish desire for wealth or possessions.
Usage example: the land developer's rapaciousness knew no bounds, and if what she wanted wasn't for sale, she would force the owner into selling it
Altruism is an antonym for rapaciousness.
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