SELF-INTEREST Synonyms
There are 2 hypernyms of the word self-interest. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for SELF-INTEREST
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egoism | nounn | |||||||
noun • (ethics) the theory that the pursuit of your own welfare is the basis of morality • concern for your own interests and welfare | ||||||||
self-centeredness | nounn | |||||||
noun • concern for your own interests and welfare | ||||||||
self-seeking | adjectiveadj | |||||||
noun • taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others adjective satellite • interested only in yourself | ||||||||
self-gratification | nounn | |||||||
noun • indiscipline with regard to sensuous pleasures • the act of satisfying your own desires and giving yourself pleasure | ||||||||
self-importance | nounn | |||||||
noun • an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others • an exaggerated opinion of your own importance | ||||||||
self-love | nounn | |||||||
noun • feelings of excessive pride • an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself | ||||||||
self-preservation | nounn | |||||||
noun • preservation of yourself from harm; a natural or instinctive tendency | ||||||||
self-regard | nounn | |||||||
noun • the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect | ||||||||
selfishness | nounn | |||||||
noun • stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others | ||||||||
egocentrism | nounn | |||||||
noun • concern for your own interests and welfare | ||||||||
expedience | nounn | |||||||
noun • the quality of being suited to the end in view • taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others | ||||||||
opportunism | nounn | |||||||
noun • taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others | ||||||||
self-concern | nounn | |||||||
noun • concern for your own interests and welfare |