How do you pronounce altruism?

altruism is pronounced as /ˈæltruɪzəm/.

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altruism

💞altruism

noun

/ˈæltruɪzəm/

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Meaning

the belief in or practice of selfless concern for the well-being of others

The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Example Sentences

Her altruism led her to volunteer at the shelter every weekend.

His altruism motivated others to volunteer.

His altruism inspired many people.

Synonyms

selflessness, generosity, kindness, compassion

Entry 1

selflessness, generosity, kindness, compassion

Entry 2

selflessness, generosity

Entry 3

selflessness, generosity, compassion

Antonyms

selfishness, greed, egoism

Entry 1

selfishness, greed

Entry 2

selfishness, egoism

Entry 3

selfishness, greed, egoism

Collocations

act of altruism, pure altruism, altruism in society

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