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altruism
1. selfless concern for the well-being of others, without care for one's own interests; unselfishness
“some may choose to work with vulnerable elderly people out of altruism”
noun
/ˈælˌtruˌɪzəm/
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"Many great leaders are _____for their altruism, putting the needs of their communities above their interests."
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- generosity
- egoism
- self-denial
- vanity
- compassion
- narcissism
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