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Another word for unselfishness

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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of putting the needs, welfare, and interests of others before one's own.

Usage Example

"Her remarkable selflessness during the community crisis inspired many neighbors to volunteer at the local shelter."

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selflessness
altruism
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generosity
benevolence
magnanimity
self-sacrifice
philanthropy

Opposites of unselfishness

The opposite of unselfishness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

selfishness
self-centeredness
egotism
egocentrism
greed
narcissism
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• Nearby Words

unselfconsciously
unselfish
unselfishly
unselfishness
unsellable
unsensational
unsent

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unselfishness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unselfishness
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