Altruism and Selfishness

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Altruism

Altruism noun - The quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others.
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Selfishness is an antonym for altruism in selflessness topic.
Nearby Words: altruistic, altruistically, altruist

Selfishness

Selfishness noun - Excessive interest in oneself.
Usage example: the only reason for constantly ignoring everyone else's problems is selfishness
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Altruism is an antonym for selfishness in selflessness topic.
Nearby Words: selfish, self, selfishly
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How words are described

pure pure altruism pure selfishness
natural natural altruism natural selfishness
true true altruism true selfishness
genuine genuine altruism genuine selfishness
Other adjectives: simple, plain, social, occasional.

Both words in one sentence

  • Contemplate Our Navels: In particular, one scene between Sirena and Frederick about altruism versus selfishness.
    Source: Roleplay / Wildcard
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