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    Égoïsme (en. Selfishness)

    /e.ɡwa.izm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A system of thought centered on oneself, without consideration for others.
    His selfishness isolated him from his friends.
    Son égoïsme l'a isolé de ses amis.
    An attitude of prioritizing one's own interests.
    Selfishness can harm harmonious relationships.
    L’égoïsme peut nuire à des relations harmonieuses.
    Absence of solidarity towards others.
    He acted out of selfishness by refusing to help his colleagues.
    Il a agi par égoïsme en refusant d'aider ses collègues.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ego' meaning 'I', and the suffix '-ism' to form a noun of doctrine or state.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    destructive selfishness
    The practice of selfishness that harms interpersonal relationships.
    égoïsme destructeur
    to act out of selfishness
    Making decisions while thinking only of one's own interests.
    agir par égoïsme
    benevolent selfishness
    When one acts out of personal interest but for the good of others.
    égoïsme bienveillant

    Related Words

    selfish
    A person who acts according to their own interests without thinking of others.
    égoïste
    altruism
    A tendency to prioritize the well-being of others.
    altruisme
    egocentrism
    The fact of considering oneself as the center of the world.
    égocentrisme

    Slang Meanings

    To call oneself selfish humorously.
    I'm so selfish that I never share my food!
    Je suis tellement égoïste que je ne partage jamais ma nourriture!
    To label oneself as selfish to justify behaviors.
    Yes, I am selfish, but who else is going to take care of me?
    Oui, je suis égoïste, mais qui d'autre va prendre soin de moi?