Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
altruism
IPA transcription: ['æltɹu,ɪzəm]
noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
altruism, selflessness
Meaning:
the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Usage examples
America was criticised and even ridiculed for her altruism in dealing with this problem.
He found in altruism more pleasure than his riches, his station and all the grosser sweets of life had given him.