altruistic

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altruistic

(adjective)

Meaning

showing selfless concern for others

Example

"Her altruistic nature led her to volunteer regularly at the local shelter."

Synonyms

selflesscharitablemagnanimous

Antonyms

selfishgreedymean

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'alter' meaning 'other'.
Related word forms
  • noun: altruism
  • adverb: altruistically

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