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单词 self interest
释义
(noun) 
Definition
the pursuit of one's own interest
The current protests are motivated purely by self-interest.
Synonyms
selfishness
The selfishness of these people never ceases to amaze me.
egotism
his amazing blend of egotism, superciliousness and stupidity
self-centredness
greed
an insatiable greed for power
looking out for number one (informal)

Additional synonyms

in the sense of egotism
Definition
concern only for one's own interests and feelings
his amazing blend of egotism, superciliousness and stupidity
Synonyms
self-centredness,
self-esteem,
vanity,
superiority,
self-interest,
selfishness,
narcissism,
self-importance,
self-regard,
self-love,
self-seeking,
self-absorption,
self-obsession,
egocentricity,
egomania,
self-praise,
vainglory,
self-conceit,
self-admiration,
conceitedness
in the sense of greed
Definition
excessive desire for something, such as food or money
an insatiable greed for power
Synonyms
avarice,
longing,
desire,
hunger,
craving,
eagerness,
selfishness,
acquisitiveness,
rapacity,
cupidity (formal),
covetousness,
graspingness,
insatiableness

Nearby words of
self-interest

  • self-imposed
  • self-indulgence
  • self-indulgent
  • self-interest
  • self-interested
  • self-knowledge
  • self-pity

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