selfless

Meanings

• adjective

  Free from concern for or pursuit of personal advantage. Making no claim or demand on a person or thing, especially for something that is due or owed.

  - "Despite her illness, she put her own needs aside and cared for her sick mother."
  - "The selfless act of donating a kidney to a stranger is a noble one."
  - "The selfless hero saved the lives of many people without expecting anything in return."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with selfless
less , dress , impress , caress , express

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Variants

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selfless , selflessly , selflessness , selflessnesses

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Etymology

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From Old English selan 'own' + lōs 'free'. The concept of selflessness has been present in various philosophies and religions throughout history.

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Trivia

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1. Selflessness is a key concept in many philosophies, including Buddhism, Stoicism, and Utilitarianism.

2. The term 'selfless' was first used in English in the 14th century.

3. Selfless acts have been shown to have positive effects on both the giver and the receiver.

4. The term 'selfless' is often used interchangeably with 'altruistic'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Altruism: The practice of selflessly concerning oneself with the welfare of others, often at the expense of or in disregard for one's own interests.

2. Compassion: The feeling of deep sympathy and concern for another who is suffering.

3. Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

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Culture

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Selflessness is a highly valued virtue in many cultures and religions. It is often associated with altruism, compassion, and empathy. Selfless acts are celebrated in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression.

How to Memorize "selfless"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person giving something to another without expecting anything in return. Imagine the smile on the receiver's face and the feeling of satisfaction on the giver's face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'selfless' with acts of kindness, generosity, and putting others before oneself.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym SELFLESS: S- Selfless, E- Empathetic, L- Loving, F- Forgiving, L- Listening, E- Encouraging, S- Supportive.

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