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Unselfishly: meaning, definitions and examples

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unselfishly

 

[ ʌn'sɛlfɪʃli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

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

Etymology

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.