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altruistic
/ˌæl.tɹuˈɪs.tɪk/
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What does altruistic mean?
adjective
- Regardful of others; beneficent; unselfish
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IPA pronunciation
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It is built on such altruistic lines that an injury to any one part is the concern of all.
From henceforth she could give herself up to the sentiments which, in pedantic and barbarous jargon, are called altruistic sentiments.
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Pity for old men is an altruistic feeling, and besides, the workhouse door is the accustomed place for old men.
In the personal character it seeks to establish altruistic feeling and conduct, though it does not rule out as unworthy self-feeling or seeking.
They may be filled with altruistic passion, but they certainly have bad complexions, and not many of them know how to dress their hair.