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unselfishly


Meanings
  • adjective

    Acting in the interests of others rather than one's own.

    - "She acted unselfishly by giving her coat to a homeless person."
    - "The team played unselfishly, passing the ball around until they scored."
  • adjective

    Giving or doing things without thinking about oneself.

    - "The doctor made an unselfish decision to save the life of a stranger."
    - "Unselfish parents put their children's needs before their own."

Variants
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unselfish , unselfishly , unselfishness , unselfishnesses
Etymology
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From the Old English word 'seldscipe,' meaning 'kindness' or 'mercy.' The prefix 'un-' was added to form the modern English word 'unselfishly,' meaning 'not selfish.'


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  1. The term 'unselfishly' is often used in the context of team sports, where players are encouraged to pass the ball to their teammates rather than hogging it for themselves.

  2. The concept of unselfishness is a common theme in many religious and spiritual traditions, including Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.


Related Concepts
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  1. Altruism: The practice of selflessly concern for the well-being of others.

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

  3. Kindness: The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.


Culture
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Unselfishness is a virtue that is highly valued in many cultures and religions. It is often associated with altruism, compassion, and kindness. Unselfish acts are celebrated in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression. For example, in the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' Atticus Finch is portrayed as an unselfish hero who puts the needs of others before his own.

How to Memorize "unselfishly"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person putting the needs of others before their own, or giving something valuable to someone in need.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'unselfishly' with acts of kindness and generosity.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'U is for Unselfish, U puts Others First' to remember the meaning of the word.


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