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unselfish

American  
[uhn-sel-fish] / ʌnˈsɛl fɪʃ /

adjective

  1. not selfish; disinterested; generous; altruistic.


unselfish British  
/ ʌnˈsɛlfɪʃ /

adjective

  1. not selfish or greedy; generous

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Other Word Forms

  • unselfishly adverb
  • unselfishness noun

Etymology

Origin of unselfish

First recorded in 1690–1700; un- 1 + selfish

Example Sentences

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“You know, he’s a great kid, he’s unselfish, but we’ve got to continue to find a way to continue to make sure we get him shots.”

From Los Angeles Times

“They were a special force together — dynamic, unselfish and inspiring.”

From Los Angeles Times

She said he was "a nice bloke; practical, unselfish and good to have on side".

From BBC

“Very unselfish all night. Willing passer. Didn’t force it. Took his drive and his shots when they were there.”

From Los Angeles Times

"She was unselfish, always ready to encourage with love and support those around her to achieve more than they themselves thought possible," he said.

From BBC