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selflessness

[ self-lis-nis ]

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noun

lack of preoccupation with one’s own interests, advancement, desires, etc., and attentiveness to those of others; unselfishness:
Playing volleyball taught me the value of teamwork, discipline, and selflessness, which can all be applied in the classroom in helping others.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of selflessness¹

selfless ( def ) + -ness ( def )

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A new Humanitarian Medal has been launched, honouring those who risk their own lives to help others in emergencies and war zones, and the King hailed their selflessness and compassion.

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While selflessness has been a pillar of UCLA’s program under Close, the Bruins lost sight of the goal toward the end of the regular season.

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"Her selflessness was a defining trait, consistently prioritising her family's well-being over her own, and she took immense pride in her Welsh heritage while nurturing a deep love for nature."

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Ahead of commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, the King paid tribute to the "sacrifice and selflessness" of Commonwealth forces.

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She is a wonderful leader, speaker and example of selflessness.

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