altruistic

CEFRC1

/ˌæl.tɹuˈɪs.tɪk/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Caring about others and helping them without seeking personal benefit.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Regardful of others; beneficent; unselfish

Examples

  • Compassion is the most altruistic form of love.

  • She was impressed with the altruistic service of nurses.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
5

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In context

  • His helping the old woman with her shopping was deemed highly altruistic by everyone, especially since her home was a mile away.

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Origin

adjective

From altruist + -ic. See altruism.