unselfish
word
Definition
Someone who is unselfish cares more about other people than about themselves, always willing to help or give without expecting anything in return.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in a positive, admiring way. Common collocations: 'unselfish act,' 'unselfish person,' 'unselfish love.' Sometimes used to contrast with 'selfish.' Not typically used in casual slang.
Spanish: desinteresado - altruistaPortuguese (BR): altruísta - desinteressadoPortuguese (PT): altruísta - desinteressadoChinese (Simplified): 无私的Chinese (Traditional): 無私的Hindi: निस्वार्थArabic: غير أناني - كريمBengali: অপার্থিব - নিঃস্বার্থRussian: бескорыстный - неэгоистичныйJapanese: 無私な - 利他的Vietnamese: vị tha - không ích kỷKorean: 이타적인 - 사심 없는Turkish: fedakar - özveriliUrdu: بے غرض - بے لوثIndonesian: tidak egois - tanpa pamrih
Example Sentences
She is always unselfish and helps her friends.
basic
An unselfish act can make a big difference.
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He showed unselfish love to his family.
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It was really unselfish of you to share your lunch.
natural
People respect him for being such an unselfish leader.
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Thank you for your unselfish support during hard times.
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