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unselfishness

  • a word derived from unselfish.
    unselfish
    adjective
    not selfish; disinterested; generous; altruistic.

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But that would be crediting them with too much unselfishness, given their behavior the last time the global financial markets nearly became unraveled.

From MarketWatch ● Jan. 14, 2026

The marine was recognised for demonstrating unselfishness, cheerfulness under adversity, courage and determination throughout his training.

From BBC ● Feb. 23, 2025

What coach Bryan Cantwell most appreciates about Thurman is his unselfishness.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 3, 2024

Mack displayed unselfishness in the first half with a lob to forward William Kyle III for a thunderous dunk that enlivened the crowd.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2024

I don’t know why I suddenly became so free with my place, but there was something about her that demanded complete unselfishness.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes