UNSELFISH Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

unselfish

adjective

ˌən-ˈsel-fish

Definition of unselfish

as in generous

giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation an unselfish man who spends much of his time helping his community

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of unselfish Lynch has been unselfish in terms of shining the spotlight on others, and WWE’s best bet is to do that again with a rising talent post-WrestleMania. — Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2026 Fresh off a debut season that proved a star isn’t required to reach the playoffs, Golden State enters the WNBA draft searching for players who can seamlessly plug into a system built on depth, discipline and unselfish play. — Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026 Mullins hit, and the captain who so embodies the unselfish, team-first attitude of UConn basketball, is back to try for a third championship ring. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026 The Wolverines and Wildcats are deep, athletic and unselfish, making for a potentially compelling showdown at the Final Four. — CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unselfish

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unselfish

Adjective

Ted is a little surprised but not really, and a little unsure of how to respond to her generous offer.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
The concierge will arrange special tours and experiences; the hotel's generous public spaces are ideal for weddings and events.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of generous

Adjective

His buyback calculation is based on a regulatory filing Berkshire made in July tied to Chairman Warren Buffett’s charitable stock donation, which disclosed his economic ownership of the company’s Class A share equivalents.

— Yun Li, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026
His foundation has missed the legal minimum for charitable giving for four years running.

— Gautam Mukunda, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026