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self-serv·ing | \ ˌself-ˈsər-viŋ 
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\Definition of self-serving
: serving one's own interests often in disregard of the truth or the interests of others
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Synonyms & Antonyms for self-serving
Synonyms
- egocentric,
- egoistic
- (also egoistical),
- egomaniacal,
- egotistic
- (or egotistical),
- narcissistic,
- self-absorbed,
- self-centered,
- self-concerned,
- self-infatuated,
- self-interested,
- self-involved,
- self-loving,
- self-obsessed,
- self-oriented,
- self-preoccupied,
- self-regarding,
- self-seeking,
- selfish,
- solipsistic
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self-serving
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of self-serving
disapproving : having or showing concern only about your own needs and interests
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The first known use of self-serving was in 1615
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