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self–serving

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adjective self–serv·ing \-ˈsər-viŋ\

Definition of self–serving

  1. :  serving one's own interests often in disregard of the truth or the interests of others

self–servingly

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First Known Use of self–serving

1621

self–serving Synonyms

Synonyms
egoistic (also egoistical), egomaniacal, egotistic (or egotistical), narcissistic, self-absorbed, self-centered, self-concerned, self-infatuated, self-interested, self-involved, selfish, self-loving, self-obsessed, self-oriented, self-preoccupied, self-regarding, self-seeking, self-serving, solipsistic
Antonyms
self-forgetful, self-forgetting, selfless, unselfish
Related Words
inner-directed; complacent, conceited, overweening, pompous, prideful, proud, self-complacent, self-conceited, self-contented, self-directed, self-glorifying, self-important, self-indulgent, self-opinionated, self-pleased, self-satisfied, smug, vain, vainglorious
Near Antonyms
altruistic, beneficent, benevolent, charitable, generous, greathearted, humanitarian, magnanimous, philanthropic (also philanthropical), self-denying, self-giving, self-sacrificing; other-directed; diffident, self-doubting; self-flagellating; self-questioning, self-reflective

SELF–SERVING Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of self–serving for English Language Learners

  • : having or showing concern only about your own needs and interests

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