altruistic

/,æltru'istik/

Thân thiện

An altruistic neighbor helps carry groceries for an elderly person.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others: Describes a person, action, or motive that is characterized by selflessness and a genuine desire to help others without expecting anything in return.

Usage

• The word "altruistic" is used to describe behavior, intentions, or individuals that prioritize the well-being of others.
• It is a formal term often used in discussions about ethics, philosophy, psychology, and social behavior.
• It can be used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb).

Examples

• Adjective:
  • Her altruistic donation helped build a new community center.
  • He was motivated by purely altruistic reasons, seeking no recognition.
  • Is human behavior ever truly altruistic?

Advanced Usage

• "Altruistic behavior": Actions performed to benefit another individual at a cost to oneself.
  • The study focused on the evolutionary origins of altruistic behavior in animals.
• "Altruistic act": A single deed performed out of selfless concern.
  • Donating a kidney to a stranger is considered an extraordinary altruistic act.

Variants and Related Words

• Altruism (noun): The principle or practice of selfless concern for the welfare of others.
  • His life was a testament to altruism.
• Altruistically (adverb): In a selfless manner.
  • She acted altruistically, without a thought for her own gain.

Synonyms

• Selfless: Concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.
• Unselfish: Willing to put the needs of others before one's own.
• Philanthropic: Seeking to promote the welfare of others, especially through charitable donations.
• Benevolent: Well-meaning and kindly.

Antonyms

• Selfish: Lacking consideration for others; concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
• Egoistic: Limited in outlook or concern to one's own activities or needs.
• Self-centered: Preoccupied with oneself and one's affairs.

Related Phrases and Concepts

• Altruistic love: A selfless, compassionate love focused on the good of the other.
  • The concept of altruistic love is central to many spiritual teachings.
• Effective altruism: A philosophy and social movement that uses evidence and reason to determine the most effective ways to benefit others.
  • He follows the principles of effective altruism to guide his charitable giving.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others

Từ đồng nghĩa

• selfless