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    L'égoïsme (en. Selfishness)

    /le.ɡwa.izm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The behavior of a person who prioritizes their own needs over those of others.
    His selfishness led him to neglect the feelings of his friends.
    Son égoïsme l'a conduit à négliger les sentiments de ses amis.
    An attitude that consists of thinking only of oneself.
    Selfishness is often frowned upon in a supportive society.
    L'égoïsme est souvent mal vu dans une société solidaire.
    A characteristic of a person who acts selfishly.
    His blatant selfishness disappointed more than one.
    Son égoïsme manifeste en a déçu plus d'un.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'ego' meaning 'I' and the suffix '-ism' which denotes a doctrine or behavior.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in selfishness
    Acting selfishly without concern for others.
    être dans l'égoïsme
    misplaced selfishness
    Focusing on oneself in a situation where empathy is expected.
    égoïsme mal placé

    Related Words

    selfish
    A person who acts according to their own interests without thinking of others.
    égoïste
    altruism
    An attitude opposite to selfishness, characterized by concern for others.
    altruisme
    sociability
    The ability to establish socially positive relationships with others.
    sociabilité

    Slang Meanings

    To focus on oneself.
    Stop being selfish; you also need to think about others.
    Arrête de faire preuve d'égoïsme, il faut aussi penser aux autres.
    To have a 'I-don't-care' attitude.
    This blatant selfishness is pure I-don't-care attitude.
    Cet égoïsme affiché, c'est du pur je-m'en-foutisme.