as in generosity
a tendency to regard the well-being of others as more important than one's own well-being
She was widely admired for her selflessness and dedication to the cause.
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Recent Examples of selflessness
What’s struck me most during the Finals, though, isn’t just his smoothness but his selflessness.
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Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
But somewhere along the way, that same selflessness gets weaponized.
—Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
His story has become a lasting symbol of courage and selflessness.
—Logan Hall, CBS News, 23 May 2026
In her tribute to her father, Hawaa painted a picture of devotion, openness, self-improvement and selflessness.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
Their roster plays with patience, selflessness and total trust in the organization’s vision.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
Except this time, with a new head coach, new offensive and defensive schemes, new selflessness and trust in each other, the Knicks look better.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 May 2026
His selflessness is admirable and, against the backdrop of Wednesday’s brutal news about Carlos Correa, understandable.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Paige Tekippe, Timothy Tekippe and Alan Kindall were awarded with plaques by ISP on Friday, with Winans saying they were being recognized for courage, selflessness and the commitment to the safety of others that day.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 1 May 2026
Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
But somewhere along the way, that same selflessness gets weaponized.
—Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
His story has become a lasting symbol of courage and selflessness.
—Logan Hall, CBS News, 23 May 2026
In her tribute to her father, Hawaa painted a picture of devotion, openness, self-improvement and selflessness.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
Their roster plays with patience, selflessness and total trust in the organization’s vision.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
Except this time, with a new head coach, new offensive and defensive schemes, new selflessness and trust in each other, the Knicks look better.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 May 2026
His selflessness is admirable and, against the backdrop of Wednesday’s brutal news about Carlos Correa, understandable.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Paige Tekippe, Timothy Tekippe and Alan Kindall were awarded with plaques by ISP on Friday, with Winans saying they were being recognized for courage, selflessness and the commitment to the safety of others that day.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for selflessness
Noun
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But beginning on February 11, 2022 108 healthy adults from across the United States performed an act of selfless generosity.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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He is remembered for his generosity to families in need, and his dedication to giving back to his community.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Noun
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This seemingly random act of kindness is not without strings, as DeMille alludes to working together more in the future.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
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Watching together gives parents a chance to support kids in thinking critically about social dynamics and how to respond with kindness and courage.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
5 June 2026
Noun
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The event will convene changemakers, creatives and leaders across industries to inspire accessible, impactful philanthropy by breaking down barriers to meaningful change.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
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Estate planning, tax coordination, philanthropy, family governance and family office advisory services have become increasingly central to sophisticated wealth management.—
Elie Nour,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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His unselfishness and understanding of how to fit his skill set around Nikola Jokic’s brilliance remain unmatched.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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Head coach Jordi Fernández, meanwhile, has emphasized competitiveness, unselfishness, ball pressure, defensive versatility, 3-point shooting and ball movement.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
13 May 2026
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This is a book of profound intellectual altruism and moral urgency that insists on summoning courage despite (or because of) societal and political cleavage.—
Anna Holmes,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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Musk did push for structures that would have given him control, and Altman and Brockman became extraordinarily wealthy from an organization built around the language of altruism.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Selflessness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selflessness. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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