Selfishly: meaning, definitions and examples

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selfishly

 

[ ˈsɛlfɪʃli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a self-centered manner

Having or showing concern only for your own needs and interests

Synonyms

egocentrically, egomaniacally, self-centeredly

Examples of usage

  • She spoke about her achievements quite selfishly.
  • He selfishly refused to help his friend in need.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a way that shows a lack of consideration for others

In a manner that disregards the well-being or feelings of others

Synonyms

inconsiderately, insensitively, thoughtlessly, uncaringly

Examples of usage

  • She acted selfishly by taking the last piece of cake without asking.
  • He selfishly ignored the needs of his family to pursue his own goals.

Translations

Translations of the word "selfishly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 egoisticamente

🇮🇳 स्वार्थी ढंग से

🇩🇪 egoistisch

🇮🇩 dengan egois

🇺🇦 егоїстично

🇵🇱 samolubnie

🇯🇵 利己的に

🇫🇷 égoïstement

🇪🇸 egoístamente

🇹🇷 bencilce

🇰🇷 이기적으로

🇸🇦 بأنانية

🇨🇿 soběstředně

🇸🇰 sebestredne

🇨🇳 自私地

🇸🇮 sebično

🇮🇸 sjálfselskt

🇰🇿 өзімшілдікпен

🇬🇪 ეგოისტურად

🇦🇿 eqoistcəsinə

🇲🇽 egoístamente

Word origin

The word 'selfishly' is derived from the word 'selfish,' which has been in use since the 17th century. The term 'selfish' originally meant 'devoted to or caring only for oneself; concerned primarily with one's own interests, benefits, welfare, etc., regardless of others.' The adverb form 'selfishly' came into existence to describe actions or behaviors that are characteristic of being selfish.

See also: selfishness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,590, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.