selflessly

Thân thiện

He selflessly gave his lunch to a hungry classmate.

Definition

Adverb: - In a manner that shows concern for the well-being of others more than for one's own; without selfishness. It describes acting with altruism, putting the needs or interests of others before one's own.

Usage

The adverb "selflessly" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates that the action is done without thought of personal gain or benefit. - It typically describes actions involving help, sacrifice, service, or dedication. - It is often used in contexts praising noble or kind behavior.

Examples

• The volunteers worked selflessly to rebuild the community after the flood.
• She cared for her sick neighbor selflessly, without expecting anything in return.
• He dedicated his life selflessly to medical research for the public good.
• They fought selflessly for the freedom of others.

Advanced Usage

• "to act selflessly": This is a common collocation emphasizing the nature of one's behavior or decisions.
  • True leaders are those who act selflessly for the common good.
• "to give selflessly": Often used in the context of donating time, money, or effort.
  • The foundation runs on the selflessly given time of its members.

Variants and Related Words

• Selfless (adjective): Concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.
  • He made a selfless sacrifice for his family.
• Selflessness (noun): The quality of being selfless.
  • Her selflessness was an inspiration to everyone.

Synonyms

• Altruistically: In a way that shows a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.
• Unselfishly: Without selfishness; generously.
• Generously: In a way that shows a readiness to give more of something than is strictly necessary or expected.

Antonyms

• Selfishly: In a manner concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
• Egoistically: In a manner based on the belief that one is the center of the universe or the most important person.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an altruistic manner
   • he acted selflessly when he helped the old lady in distress

Từ đồng nghĩa

• altruistically