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altruistic Synonyms
Another word for altruistic
Choosing another word for altruistic depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish.
Usage Example
"Her decision to donate a large portion of her inheritance to local schools was entirely selfless."
Strongest
selfless
unselfish
self-sacrificing
Strong
philanthropic
benevolent
charitable
humanitarian
generous
magnanimous
public-spirited
• adjective (Context 2)
Relating to behavior by an animal that is not beneficial to or may be harmful to itself but that benefits others of its species (in zoology and evolutionary biology).
Usage Example
"Biologists observed self-sacrificing behavior among the meerkats, where sentries risked their own lives to warn the group of approaching predators."
Strong
self-sacrificing
cooperative
Opposites of altruistic
The opposite of altruistic shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
selfish
egoistic
self-centered
egocentric
self-serving
self-interested
mercenary
parasitic
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Altruistic. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/altruistic