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altruistically

al·tru·is·tic
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [al-troo-is-tik]
    • /ˌæl truˈɪs tɪk/
    • /ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [al-troo-is-tik]
    • /ˌæl truˈɪs tɪk/

Definitions of altruistically word

  • adjective altruistically unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others (opposed to egoistic). 1
  • adjective altruistically Animal Behavior. of or relating to behavior by an animal that may be to its disadvantage but that benefits others of its kind, often its close relatives. 1
  • noun altruistically Regardful of others; beneficent; unselfish; -- opposed to egoistic or selfish. 1
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Origin of altruistically

First appearance:

before 1850
One of the 32% newest English words
First recorded in 1850-55; altru(ism) + -istic

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Parts of speech for Altruistically

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Altruistically

altruistically popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 60% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for altruistically

adv altruistically

  • warmly — having or giving out a moderate degree of heat, as perceived by the senses: a warm bath.
  • candidly — frank; outspoken; open and sincere: a candid critic.
  • majestically — characterized by or possessing majesty; of lofty dignity or imposing aspect; stately; grand: the majestic Alps.
  • nobly — in a noble manner.
  • politely — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.

adverb altruistically

  • selflessly — having little or no concern for oneself, especially with regard to fame, position, money, etc.; unselfish.
  • self-sacrifice — sacrifice of one's interests, desires, etc., as for duty or the good of another.
  • philanthropically — of, pertaining to, engaged in, or characterized by philanthropy; benevolent: a philanthropic foundation.
  • generously — liberal in giving or sharing; unselfish: a generous patron of the arts; a generous gift.
All 23 Synonyms of altruistically

Antonyms for altruistically

adv altruistically

  • selfishly — devoted to or caring only for oneself; concerned primarily with one's own interests, benefits, welfare, etc., regardless of others.
  • grudgingly — displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness: grudging acceptance of the victory of an opponent.
  • sparingly — economical (often followed by in or of).
  • stingily — reluctant to give or spend; not generous; niggardly; penurious: He's a stingy old miser.
  • coldly — having a relatively low temperature; having little or no warmth: cold water; a cold day.
All 7 Antonyms of altruistically

Top questions with altruistically

  • what does it mean for someone to behave altruistically?

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