altruistic
Altruistic (adj) means showing genuine concern for others rather than oneself; unselfish. Example: “It was an altruistic gesture to donate his bonus to charity.”
How to Use Altruistic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes actions or people motivated by helping others rather than self-interest.
Word Forms
more altruistic comparative, most altruistic superlative
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It was an _____ gesture to donate his bonus to charity.
Etymology
From "altruism" plus the adjective ending "-ic."
Rhymes for altruistic
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “altruistic” mean?
The word “altruistic” means showing genuine concern for others rather than oneself; unselfish. In plain terms, describes actions or people motivated by helping others rather than self-interest.
How do you pronounce “altruistic”?
“Altruistic” is pronounced al-troo-IHS-tihk (/ˌæl.tɹuˈɪs.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “altruistic” in a sentence?
Here is “altruistic” used in a sentence: “It was an altruistic gesture to donate his bonus to charity.”
What part of speech is “altruistic”?
“Altruistic” is an adjective.
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