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altruist

American  
[al-troo-ist] / ˈæl tru ɪst /

noun

  1. a person unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others (opposed to egoist).


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Etymology

Origin of altruist

1865–70; < French altruiste; see altruism, -ist

Example Sentences

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Testimony at his trial suggested that his image as an altruist was at least partially a sham.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2024

Toner is a deep effective altruist, having worked exclusively in EA-specific institutions since March 2015.

From Slate • Nov. 22, 2023

He brought on Gary Wang, an old friend from math camp, and later Ellison, a fellow effective altruist from Jane Street.

From Reuters • Nov. 3, 2023

The start-up aimed to build “safe AI” — a key part of the effective altruist belief system.

From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2022

"Didn't know I had a real Simon-pure altruist for a son."

From The Cosmic Computer by Piper, H. Beam

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