Definition of Altruism

1. Noun. The quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others.

Exact synonyms: Selflessness
Generic synonyms: Unselfishness
Derivative terms: Altruist, Selfless
Antonyms: Egoism

Definition of Altruism

1. n. Regard for others, both natural and moral; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness; -- opposed to egoism or selfishness.

Definition of Altruism

1. selfless devotion to the welfare of others [n -S]

Medical Definition of Altruism

1. Regard for others, both natural and moral; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness; opposed to egoism or selfishness. Origin: F. Altruisme (a word of Comte's), It. Altrui of or to others, fr. L. Alter another. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Altruism

altostrati
altostratus
altostratus cloud
alto clef
alto relievo
alto rilievo
alto saxophonist
altretamine
altrical
altrices
altrices
altricial
altrigendrism
altrose
altruism (current term)
altruism (current term)
altruisms
altruist
altruistic
altruistic
altruistically
altruists
alts
Alu
alu-equivalent family
aludel
aludel
aludels
alula
alula

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