noun
egoism
Egoism (noun) means a tendency towards selfish thinking, focused solely on one's own interests.
noun
1
A tendency towards selfish thinking, focused solely on one's own interests.
2
The idea that people should act only in their own interest.
3
A habit of talking about yourself too much.
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Etymology
From French égoïsme, from New Latin egoismus, from Latin ego. By surface analysis, ego + -ism.
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What is the meaning of egoism?
"egoism" (noun) means a tendency towards selfish thinking, focused solely on one's own interests.
What is another word for egoism?
Other words for "egoism" include egocentrism, selfishness.
What is the opposite of egoism?
The opposite of "egoism" is altruism.
What are the different meanings of egoism?
"egoism" has 3 main meanings: 1. A tendency towards selfish thinking, focused solely on one's own interests; 2. The idea that people should act only in their own interest; 3. A habit of talking about yourself too much.
