selfless

adjective

self·​less ˈsel-fləs How to pronounce selfless (audio)
Synonyms of selflessnext
: having no concern for self : unselfish
selflessly adverb
selflessness noun

Examples of selfless in a Sentence

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The saying is that a picture is worth a thousand words, and a photo of Granbury ISD School Marshal Officer Adrick Streiff's selfless act is capturing the hearts of the community. Dawn White, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025 For many, Biffle will be remembered not for his speed on the asphalt, but for the selfless hours spent in the air serving those in crisis. Charlotte Observer Staff, Charlotte Observer, 20 Dec. 2025 Yet for all the races and memorable wins, he is perhaps best remembered for his selfless and tireless work helping others as a helicopter pilot who supplied aid a year ago in the devastation left by Hurricane Helene. Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 19 Dec. 2025 There is no doubt that more lives would have been lost if not for Ahmed’s selfless courage. Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 15 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for selfless

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of selfless was in 1651

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“Selfless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/selfless. Accessed 25 Dec. 2025.

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selfless

adjective
self·​less ˈsel-fləs How to pronounce selfless (audio)
: having no concern for self : unselfish
selflessly adverb
selflessness noun

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