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Altruistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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altruistic

 

[ ˌæltruˈɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

kindness towards others

Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish.

Synonyms

benevolent, generous, philanthropic, selfless

Examples of usage

  • He was always ready to help others, displaying his altruistic nature.
  • She made an altruistic donation to the charity, without expecting anything in return.
Context #2 | Adjective

behavior

Characterized by unselfish concern for the welfare of others.

Synonyms

benevolent, generous, philanthropic, selfless

Examples of usage

  • His altruistic actions towards the community earned him respect and admiration.
  • The organization was founded on the principles of altruistic service to society.

Translations

Translations of the word "altruistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 altruísta

🇮🇳 परमार्थी

🇩🇪 altruistisch

🇮🇩 altruistik

🇺🇦 альтруїстичний

🇵🇱 altruistyczny

🇯🇵 利他的

🇫🇷 altruiste

🇪🇸 altruista

🇹🇷 fedakâr

🇰🇷 이타적인

🇸🇦 غيري

🇨🇿 altruistický

🇸🇰 altruistický

🇨🇳 无私的

🇸🇮 altruističen

🇮🇸 ósérhlífinn

🇰🇿 альтруистік

🇬🇪 ალტრუისტული

🇦🇿 fədakar

🇲🇽 altruista

Etymology

The word 'altruistic' comes from the French word 'altruisme', which was coined by the philosopher Auguste Comte in the 19th century. It is derived from the Latin 'alteri', meaning 'other'. The concept of altruism emphasizes selflessness and concern for others, often seen as a virtuous trait in various moral and ethical systems.

See also: altruists.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,651, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.