a.
[Cf. F. altruiste, a. See
Regardful of others; beneficent; unselfish; -- opposed to egoistic or selfish. Bain. -- Al·tru·is·tic·al·ly, adv.
altruistic
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a.
| Antonyms: altruistic |
adj
Definition: unselfish
Antonyms: selfish, unsacrificing
| Word Tutor: altruistic |
IN BRIEF: Unselfish; putting other's needs ahead of one's own.
Mother Theresa's altruistic efforts helped thousands.
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