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    Egoista (en. Selfish)

    /e.ɣo.is.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who prioritizes their own interests over those of others.
    He is a selfish person who never thinks about the needs of his family.
    Es un egoísta que nunca piensa en las necesidades de su familia.
    Someone who is lacking in generosity or altruism.
    His selfish attitude has cost him many friendships.
    Su actitud egoísta le ha costado muchas amistades.
    An individual who seeks only their personal benefit.
    I don't want to be considered selfish just because I want to take care of my resources.
    No quiero ser considerado un egoísta solo porque deseo cuidar mis recursos.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'egoista', related to 'ego', which means 'I'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    selfishness
    Attitude of always prioritizing one's own interests over those of others.
    egoísmo
    to be selfish
    Acting in a way that only seeks one's own benefit.
    ser egoista
    to show selfishness
    Demonstrating self-centered behaviors.
    manifestar egoísmo

    Related Words

    ego
    The sense of self, the "I".
    ego
    altruistic
    A person who acts for the benefit of others, the opposite of selfish.
    altruista
    narcissistic
    A person who loves themselves excessively.
    narcisista

    Slang Meanings

    Ego
    He has everything in life; he is a full ego.
    Lo tiene todo en la vida, es un ego lleno.
    Self-centered
    Don't be self-centered; think about others sometimes.
    No seas yoista, piensa en los demás a veces.