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altruistic

UK
/ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/
US
/ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/

Translations

altruisticadjective
more altruistic
Comp.
most altruistic
Super.
UK
/ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/
US
/ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/
Her altruistic nature led her to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
Её альтруистическая натура побуждала её волонтерить в местном приюте каждые выходные.
Synonyms
generous
philanthropic
kind-hearted
magnanimous
charitable
benevolent
unselfish
selfless
Antonyms
selfish

Definitions

altruisticadjective
Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish.
Her altruistic nature led her to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
Relating to or describing behaviour in which an organism or individual sacrifices its own interests for the benefit of another, especially in biological or evolutionary contexts.
Scientists study altruistic acts among primates to understand the evolution of cooperation.
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