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altruistic

UK/ˌæltruˈɪstɪk/US/.æltru'istik/
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Showing unselfish concern for others

利他的;无私的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
altruother, another
+
-isticrelating to, having the nature of
=altruistic

Adjective of altruism: characterized by putting others first.

Root ali still carries 27 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.altruistic motives利他的动机
  • 2.altruistic act无私的行为

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Donating blood is a simple but altruistic act.

  • 2.

    His motives were not entirely altruistic.

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