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altruistic

al-troo-IHS-tihk

Altruistic (adj) means showing genuine concern for others rather than oneself; unselfish. Example: “It was an altruistic gesture to donate his bonus to charity.”

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Showing genuine concern for others rather than oneself; unselfish.
"It was an altruistic gesture to donate his bonus to charity."

How to Use Altruistic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes actions or people motivated by helping others rather than self-interest.

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Word Forms

more altruistic comparative, most altruistic superlative

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Etymology

From "altruism" plus the adjective ending "-ic."

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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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