unselfish

/' n'selfi /

Thân thiện

An unselfish child shares her favorite toy with her friend.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not greedy; not primarily concerned with one's own personal gain or advantage: Describes a person or action that does not show selfishness.
   • Disregarding your own advantages and welfare over those of others: Describes the quality of being more concerned with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Her unselfish dedication to the charity was truly inspiring.
  • He made the unselfish decision to let his colleague take credit for the successful project.
  • An unselfish act often involves personal sacrifice.

Advanced Usage

• "unselfishly" (adverb): In a manner that is not selfish.
  • She worked unselfishly for the benefit of the entire community.
• "unselfishness" (noun): The quality or state of being unselfish.
  • His unselfishness was recognized with an award.

Variants and Related Words

• Selfless (adj): Very similar in meaning, often implying a more complete or noble disregard for self.
  • Her selfless service to the poor is well-known.
• Altruistic (adj): Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; often used in more formal or philosophical contexts.
  • His donation was an altruistic gesture.

Synonyms

• Selfless: Concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.
• Generous: Showing a readiness to give more of something, especially money or time, than is strictly necessary or expected.
• Altruistic: Disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Antonyms

• Selfish: Lacking consideration for others; concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
• Greedy: Having or showing an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or power.
• Egocentric: Thinking only of oneself, without regard for the feelings or desires of others; self-centered.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• To put others first: To consider the needs and wishes of others before your own. This phrase describes unselfish behavior.
  • A good leader knows how to put others first.
• To go the extra mile: To make a special effort to achieve something, often for someone else's benefit.
  • Her unselfish nature means she always goes the extra mile to help.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not greedy
2. disregarding your own advantages and welfare over those of others