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When Albert Einstein wrote an obituary for Emmy Noether in 1935, he described her as a “creative mathematical genius” who – despite “unselfish, significant work over a period of many years” – did not get the recognition she deserved.

He’s so unselfish that he will defer, but we need him to be the guy that he can be.

Coach Scott Brooks praised his team for its unselfish offense.

You can see how dangerous we are when we’re just being unselfish, learning where everybody is at and making plays for each other.

She’s an unselfish player, wants you to do well, and that’s what makes her special.

Have you ever in your life met a child as cheerful, spookily intelligent, unselfish, or indomitable as little Shirley?

Most Americans--most normal, decent, unselfish Americans--are for it.

People say giving is an unselfish act,” says Arsht in a telephone interview, “but the joy you get from giving is so exciting.

Bailey was the most unselfish man I ever knew; the readiest to help others.

Another glimpse of d'Arthez is as the unselfish friend of Marie Gaston, a young poet of his stamp, but "effeminate."

Thus the first rule for a graceful manner is unselfish consideration of others.

Mrs Trevor and Fanny, themselves filled with grief, still used all their unselfish endeavours to comfort their dear boys.

Mary Jane Wilks, you know me for your friend, and for your unselfish friend, too.

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On this page you'll find 46 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to unselfish, such as: generous, noble, self-effacing, selfless, altruistic, and benevolent.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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