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Definitions

unselfish

[uhn-sel-fish] / ʌnˈsɛl fɪʃ /
ADJECTIVE
kind, giving
Synonyms
STRONGEST
generous noble self-effacing selfless
WEAK
altruistic benevolent charitable chivalrous denying devoted disinterested extroverted helpful humanitarian incorruptible indulgent liberal loving magnanimous open-handed self-forgetting self-sacrificing
Antonyms
WEAK
greedy selfish uncharitable

Example Sentences

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About the only question regarding the Trailblazers has been with so many top players, would they be unselfish enough to share the ball with teammates?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

From unwavering confidence to an unselfish drive to coach and inspire others, BBC Sport analyses what has made Pimblett so successful.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

He’s seeking a collective idea of fun—in his case, taking enjoyment in the process, working hard on aggressive, unselfish play, and in Boston’s offense, 14 zillion 3-point attempts per game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

“Very unselfish all night. Willing passer. Didn’t force it. Took his drive and his shots when they were there.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2025

First we made selfish wishes, and then we finished with unselfish wishes.

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata