selflessly

self·less

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [self-lis]
- /ˈsɛlf lɪs/
- /ˈself.ləs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [self-lis]
- /ˈsɛlf lɪs/

Definitions of selflessly word

adjective selflessly having little or no concern for oneself, especially with regard to fame, position, money, etc.; unselfish. 1
adverb selflessly in an altruistic way 1

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Origin of selflessly

First appearance:

before 1815

One of the 39% newest English words

First recorded in 1815-25; self + -less

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Parts of speech for Selflessly

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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selflessly popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Synonyms for selflessly

adverb selflessly

altruistically — unselfishly concerned for or devoted to the welfare of others (opposed to egoistic).
considerately — showing kindly awareness or regard for another's feelings, circumstances, etc.: a very considerate critic.
magnanimously — In a magnanimous manner; with greatness of mind.

All 3 Synonyms of selflessly