selfless

adjective

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

Examples of selfless in a Sentence

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Strong sense of self Great leaders are self-reliant, selfless, have a realistic view of the present and a comfortable relationship with it. Eli Amdur, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025 While the novel also describes women in conventional terms—as nurturing, selfless, or noble—Nandshankar never limits his female or male characters to stereotypes. Radha Vatsal june 20, Literary Hub, 20 June 2025 That selfless act cost Major Robert E. Coulter Jr. his life. Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025 Facebook users gave high praise to the officers and hailed them as heroes for their selfless actions. Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 25 May 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 1 Jul. 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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