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Meaning of altruism

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

altruism

noun

Definitions

Regard for others, both natural and moral without regard for oneself; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness.
Synonyms:philanthropyselflessness
Antonyms:egoismmisanthropyselfishness
(sociobiology) Action or behaviour that benefits another or others at some cost to the performer.
Synonyms:philanthropy

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/altruism