altruistic
pronunciation
How to pronounce altruistic in British English:
UK [ˌæltruˈɪstɪk]
How to pronounce altruistic in American English:
US [ˌæltruˈɪstɪk]
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- Adjective:
- showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Word Origin
- altruistic (adj.)
- 1853, from French altruiste (adj.), from altruisme (see altruism) + -ic.
Antonym
Example
- 1. Altruistic motives will drive more people 's choices .
- 2. Therefore , the enforcement of altruism codes " can more readily invade selfish populations when associated with selfishness , whereas altruistic punishers cannot . "
- 3. There are several explanations , not all of them altruistic .
- 4. So oneness can promote altruistic behaviour .
- 5. Being a mentor is not completely altruistic , as working with small start-ups burgeoning with fresh ideas is invigorating .