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al·tru·ism
 altruism
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noun |
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unselfish concern for the well-being of others. (Cf. egoism.)
She was motivated by altruism to support several charities.- synonyms:
- benevolence, self-sacrifice
- antonyms:
- egoism, egotism, self-seeking
- similar words:
- beneficence, charity, generosity, good will, goodness, kindliness, liberality, magnanimity, philanthropy
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benevolence |
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