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- Dictionaryaltruistic/ˌaltrʊˈɪstɪk/
adjective
- 1. showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish: "it was an entirely altruistic act"
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ALTRUISTIC definition: 1. showing a wish to help or bring advantages to others, even if it results in disadvantage for…. Learn more.
The meaning of ALTRUISTIC is relating to or given to altruism. How to use altruistic in a sentence.
Altruistic definition: unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others (opposed to egoistic).. See examples of ALTRUISTIC used in a sentence.
1. : unselfish regard for or devotion to the welfare of others. charitable acts motivated purely by altruism. 2. : behavior by an animal that is not beneficial to or may be harmful to itself but that benefits others of its species.
Someone who is altruistic always puts others first. An altruistic firefighter risks his life to save another's life, while an altruistic mom gives up the last bite of pie so her kid will be happy.
ALTRUISTIC meaning: 1. showing a wish to help or bring advantages to others, even if it results in disadvantage for…. Learn more.
If your behaviour or motives are altruistic, you show concern for the happiness and welfare of other people rather than for yourself.
