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selflessness, philanthropy, charity, kindheartedness, magnanimity.
It is opposed to altruism , which holds the criterion of morality to be the welfare of others.
The first is self oriented, the second is other oriented.
from Latin alteri huic 'to this other.'from French altruismefrom Italian altrui 'somebody else'
It was called Hedonism, and people practicing it believed that personal pleasure was the epitome of goals and should be sought continuously, regardless of the effect it could have on others. Hedonism precluded the practice of altruism.
Yes, Ayn Rand criticized altruism as a moral code that promotes self-sacrifice and placing the needs of others above one's own interests. She believed that altruism could lead to a culture that enables the weak to exploit the strong through guilt and dependency. Rand's philosophy emphasized rational self-interest and individualism as virtues.
Weak altruism suggests that individuals have a predisposition to help others, even if it comes with some costs to themselves. It is characterized by selfless actions that benefit others, although the individual may also experience personal gains in the process. This concept acknowledges the complex nature of altruistic behavior and the potential mix of motives involved.
The adjective form of altruism is "altruistic." It describes someone who shows unselfish concern for the well-being of others.
She had lots of altruism on the poor people living in Africa.
She had lots of altruism on the poor people living in Africa.
Altruism develops because human beings have an innate sense of compassion. That leads to acts of altruism that seem to sometimes defy logic.
Otto A Sinkie has written: 'The book of altruism' -- subject(s): Altruism
Neil shows altruism in "Dead Poets Society" by standing up to his father's expectations and pursuing his passion for acting despite the risks and consequences. He also supports his friends in their endeavors and encourages them to follow their dreams. Ultimately, Neil sacrifices himself for the sake of his independence and pursuit of happiness.
Altruism is fundamentally good. This action is the concern for another person's welfare. What makes this good?
An example of her altruism was her generous, anonymous, donation to the homeless foundation in her city.
The difference between ideal and reciprocal altruism is in one, the person expects nothing in return. In reciprocal altruism, the person expects something back at some point.
An antonym for altruism would be selfishness, egotism, or exploitive. A less negative antonym would be: "objectivism" as held by Ayn Rand and expounded in her book, "The Fountainhead". Philosophically speaking, the opposite of altruism is objectivism.