altruism
n.
unselfish devotion to others, philanthropy, benevolence
Altruism
Altruism is selfless concern for the
welfare of others. It is a traditional
virtue in many cultures, and central to many religious traditions. In English, this idea was often described as the
Golden rule of ethics. Some newer philosophies such as
egoism have criticized the concept, with writers such as
Nietzsche arguing that there is no moral obligation to help others.
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Altruism
altruism
Noun
1. the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others
(synonym) selflessness
(antonym) egoism, egocentrism, self-interest, self-concern, self-centeredness
(hypernym) unselfishness
Altruism
(n.)
Regard for others, both natural and moral; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness; -- opposed to egoism or selfishness.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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