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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Practicing medicine is most effective as a selfless endeavor; the healing arts thrive when extricated from material preoccupations. David Marks, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2025 Only an act of selfless love can reverse the switch. Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 29 July 2025 The climax is full of selfless love, hope and a ray of light. Sweta Kaushal, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 Wearing T-shirts together was less about the slogan and more about conveying common purpose, trust in each other and selfless character—in short, solidarity, expressed using intangible skills. George Atallah, Sportico.com, 31 July 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 20 Aug. 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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