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altruism

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ɐltɾuˈiʒmu/al·tru·ís·mo

Definition

1

Disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; the quality of placing others' interests before one's own.

Usage examples

His volunteer work is a true example of altruism.
Society needs more altruism and less selfishness.

Common combinations

spirit of altruismact of altruismpure altruismpractice altruism