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SELFISHNESS Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word selfishness. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word selfishness. (close relations)
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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

egotism
nounn
noun

• an exaggerated opinion of your own importance

• an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others

self-absorption
nounn
noun

• preoccupation with yourself to the exclusion of everything else

self-centeredness
nounn
noun

• concern for your own interests and welfare

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-interest
nounn
noun

• taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others

• concern for your own interests and welfare

self-preservation
nounn
noun

• preservation of yourself from harm; a natural or instinctive tendency

self-seeking
adjectiveadj
noun

• taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others

adjective satellite

• interested only in yourself

self-serving
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• interested only in yourself

Best Hypernyms For SELFISHNESS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for selfishness, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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egoism self-absorption self-centeredness self-interest self-regard self-seeking stinginess

Alternatives for EGOISM

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