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Altruism

noun
Word Frequency: 1.6

Definitions

1.nounRegard for others, both natural and moral without regard for oneself; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness.
2.noun(sociobiology) Action or behaviour that benefits another or others at some cost to the performer.

Synonyms

philanthropyselflessnessselflesscaringbenevolencehumanitarianismcharityunselfishnessself-sacrificeself-denialmunificenceabnegation

Antonyms

egoismmisanthropyselfishness

Rhymes With

skepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonism
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