Associations to the word «Altruism»

Wiktionary

ALTRUISM, noun. Regard for others, both natural and moral without regard for oneself; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness; selflessness; contrasted with egoism or selfishness.
ALTRUISM, noun. (biology) (sociobiology) Action or behaviour that benefits another or others at some cost to the performer.

Dictionary definition

ALTRUISM, noun. The quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others.

Wise words

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