altruistic
adjectivemasculine/feminine/ɐɫtɾuˈiʃtɐ/medium
al·tru·is·ta
Definition
Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish.
His altruistic actions saved many lives.
She made an altruistic donation to the charity.
Common collocations
altruistic behavioraltruistic motive
Etymology
Do francês 'altruiste', de 'autrui' (outrem), por oposição a 'egoísta'.