Unselfishly: meaning, definitions and examples
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unselfishly
[ ʌn'sɛlfɪʃli ]
used to describe actions done without selfishness
In an unselfish manner; without concern for one's own advantage or welfare.
Synonyms
altruistically, generously, selflessly
Examples of usage
- She unselfishly helped her friend with the project.
- He unselfishly donated his time to volunteer at the shelter.
- They unselfishly put the needs of others before their own.
Translations
Translations of the word "unselfishly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 altruisticamente
🇮🇳 निःस्वार्थ रूप से
🇩🇪 selbstlos
🇮🇩 tanpa pamrih
🇺🇦 безкорисливо
🇵🇱 bezinteresownie
🇯🇵 無私に
🇫🇷 désintéressé
🇪🇸 desinteresadamente
🇹🇷 fedakârca
🇰🇷 이타적으로
🇸🇦 بلا أنانية
🇨🇿 nesobecky
🇸🇰 nesebecky
🇨🇳 无私地
🇸🇮 nesebično
🇮🇸 óeigingjarnt
🇰🇿 өзімшіл емес
🇬🇪 თავდაჯერებულად
🇦🇿 özünü fədakarcasına
🇲🇽 desinteresadamente
Word origin
The word 'unselfishly' is derived from the root word 'selfish', which originated from the Old English word 'selfisc'. The addition of the prefix 'un-' transforms the meaning to indicate the absence of selfishness. The concept of being unselfish has been valued in various cultures throughout history, as it signifies a willingness to prioritize the needs of others over one's own desires. Acts of unselfishness are often celebrated as examples of empathy, compassion, and generosity.
See also: self, selfhood, selfish, selfless, selflessly, selflessness, unselfish.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,396 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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- 30393 notching
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- 30396 unselfishly
- 30397 amanuensis
- 30398 reprocessed
- 30399 archduke
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