self-interest

UK
/ˌself ˈɪn.trəst/
US
/ˌsɛlf ˈɪn.trəst/

Translations

self-interestnoun
self-interests
pl
His actions were driven by self-interest.
Его действия были продиктованы эгоизмом.
собственная выгода
The decision was made with self-interest in mind.
Решение было принято с учетом собственной выгоды.
личная выгода
She pursued the project for her own self-interest.
Она занималась проектом ради своей личной выгоды.
Additional translations
личный интерес
собственное благо
self-interestadjective
UK
/ˌself ˈɪn.trəst/
US
/ˌsɛlf ˈɪn.trəst/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g., "self-interest maximization".

Definitions

self-interestnoun
Concern for one's own advantage and well-being.
His decision to invest in the company was driven by self-interest rather than altruism.
The pursuit of personal gain or benefit, often without regard for others.
The politician's actions were criticized as being motivated by self-interest.
self-interestadjective
Attributive, before a noun: relating to or motivated by one's own advantage.
The reform was opposed by self-interest groups within the sector.