self-interest
noun
; -ˈin-tə-ˌrest, -ˌtrest; -ˈin-tərst\
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; -ˈin-tə-ˌre- , -ˈin-ˌtre- ; -ˈin-tər- \
adjective
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Synonyms
egocentricity, egocentrism, egoism, egomania, egotism, narcissism, navel-gazing, self-absorption, self-centeredness, self-concern, self-involvement, self-preoccupation, self-regard, selfishness, selfness
Antonyms
self-abandonment, self-forgetfulness, selflessness, unselfishness
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