Altruistic
unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others (opposed to ).
Animal Behavior. of or relating to behavior by an animal that may be to its disadvantage but that benefits others of its kind, often its close relatives.
Contemporary Examples
The next most popular idea was to give old fur coats to the homeless, an altruistic act to be sure.
Randy Cohen’s Three Favorite Ethicist Columns Randy Cohen October 8, 2012
We are hip to your covert, altruistic acts, but there are many close to you who will be floored by your stealthy, saintly ways.
The Stars Predict Your Week Starsky + Cox September 9, 2011
It remains unclear whether the interest is altruistic or self-aggrandizing, humane or prurient, psychopathic or admirable.
All These Useless Doctors Kent Sepkowitz January 31, 2010
This greater goal, be it altruistic or economic, helps impassion people, and passion is a great mobilizer.
How to Win at Crowdfunding Bianca Goodloe April 26, 2014
But his may be one of the most altruistic motives behind DIY nation-building yet.
So You Want to Rule a Kingdom? A Wacky History of One-Man Nations Nina Strochlic July 16, 2014
Historical Examples
This choice again may not be wholly one of selfish calculation; some altruistic feeling may be involved.
A Review of the Systems of Ethics Founded on the Theory of Evolution C. M. Williams
It was altruistic he knew, gentle he was sure, educational he was positive.
The Vagrant Duke George Gibbs
In no respect was it more so than in the genesis of the altruistic emotions.
The Destiny of Man John Fiske
They have no high-falutin, altruistic ideas of improving the Boche.
The Rough Road William John Locke
But, dear, I may come to see it through your eyes and in the light of this altruistic dog fancier.
The Fat of the Land John Williams Streeter
adj.
1853, from French altruiste (adj.), from altruisme (see altruism) + -ic.
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