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- Dictionaryunselfish/ʌnˈsɛlfɪʃ/
adjective
- 1. willing to put the needs or wishes of others before one's own: "unselfish devotion"
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The meaning of UNSELFISH is not selfish : generous. How to use unselfish in a sentence.
UNSELFISH definition: 1. An unselfish person thinks about what is good for other people, not just about their own…. Learn more.
Unselfish definition: not selfish; disinterested; generous; altruistic.. See examples of UNSELFISH used in a sentence.
UNSELFISH meaning: 1. An unselfish person thinks about what is good for other people, not just about their own…. Learn more.
Definitions of unselfish. adjective. disregarding your own advantages and welfare over those of others. synonyms: altruistic, selfless. showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others. considerate. showing concern for the rights and feelings of others. generous. willing to give and share unstintingly. public-spirited.
If you describe someone as unselfish, you approve of the fact that they regard other people's wishes and interests as more important than their own. [approval] She started to get a reputation as an unselfish girl with a heart of gold. As a player he was unselfish, a true team man.
Definition of unselfish adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Define unselfish. unselfish synonyms, unselfish pronunciation, unselfish translation, English dictionary definition of unselfish. adj. Generous or altruistic. un·self′ish·ly adv. un·self′ish·ness n. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
If you describe someone as unselfish, you approve of the fact that they regard other people's wishes and interests as more important than their own.
People say giving is an unselfish act,” says Arsht in a telephone interview, “but the joy you get from giving is so exciting. From The Daily Beast Bailey was the most unselfish man I ever knew; the readiest to help others.
