noun
egoism
Egoism (noun) means the tendency to think selfishly with exclusive self-interest in mind.
noun
1
The tendency to think selfishly with exclusive self-interest in mind.
2
The belief that moral behavior should be directed toward one's self-interest only.
3
Egotism (tendency to talk excessively about oneself).
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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 the tendency to think selfishly with exclusive self-interest in mind.
What are the different meanings of egoism?
"egoism" has 3 main meanings: 1. The tendency to think selfishly with exclusive self-interest in mind; 2. The belief that moral behavior should be directed toward one's self-interest only; 3. Egotism (tendency to talk excessively about oneself).