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; -ˈin-tə-ˌrest, -ˌtrest; -ˈin-tərst \Definition of self-interest
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; -ˈin-tə-ˌre- , -ˈin-ˌtre- ; -ˈin-tər- \ adjectiveSynonyms & Antonyms for self-interest
Synonyms
- egocentricity,
- egocentrism,
- egoism,
- egomania,
- egotism,
- narcissism,
- navel-gazing,
- self-absorption,
- self-centeredness,
- self-concern,
- self-involvement,
- self-preoccupation,
- self-regard,
- selfishness,
- selfness
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