altruistic — showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæltruˌɪstɪk/
Korean meaning: 이타적인, 타인을 위해 자신을 희생하는
Korean pronunciation: **앨**트루이스틱
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is so altruistic that she gave away her lottery winnings to charity.
- His altruistic decision to become a teacher surprised his money-obsessed family.
- The altruistic volunteer spent her vacation building houses for the poor.
altruistic
ADJECTIVE//ˈæltruˌɪstɪk//
showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others
Selflessly helping others in need
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Her altruistic art makes them optimistic!
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Origin
From French 'altruisme', which was coined in the 19th century by philosopher Auguste Comte from the Italian 'altrui' meaning 'other people', derived from Latin 'alter' meaning 'other'.
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“My grandmother is so altruistic that she gave away her lottery winnings to charity.”
“His altruistic decision to become a teacher surprised his money-obsessed family.”
“The altruistic volunteer spent her vacation building houses for the poor.”
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