altruisms
|al-tru-isms|
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/ˈæltruˌɪzəmz/
(altruism)
selfless concern
Etymology
Etymology Information
'altruism' originates from French, specifically the word 'altruisme,' where 'autre' meant 'other.'
Historical Evolution
'altruisme' transformed into the English word 'altruism' in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'concern for others,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.
Her altruisms were evident in her volunteer work at the shelter.
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