Advanced and Proficiency Vocabulary for Exams(e.g.GRE, Banks, Civil Services, SAT / LSAT). For IELTS/TOEFL, and everyday spoken vocabulary, go to our Spoken Vocabulary Database.
‘Altruism’ refers to feelings or actions that show an unselfish regard for others, even if it brings disadvantage to oneself. It is usually a deeply held principle or core moral practice of an individual. For that reason, such actions are not based on friendship, family ties, or loyalty, but merely on a moral obligation to be of benefit to others in the world.
Exam DB | Spoken DB | Other | |
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Synonyms | benevolencemagnanimity | selflessness, | |
Antonyms | avarice | egocentrism, individualism, |
I fully expect Claire to keep all the bonus money for herself. She’s not known for her altruism.
To restore the country’s standing in the world, we should take a more altruistic approach to foreign policy.
Tom is an altruist, which is why he volunteers to work as an NGO in that developing country, despite the dangers.