altruistic Definition

altruism
noun

1. An unselfish concern for the welfare of others.

Thesaurus: humanity, self-sacrifice, unselfishness, social conscience, public spirit, self-abnegation, philanthropy, generosity; Antonym: selfishness.

Derivative: altruist
noun

Someone who shows such concern.

Derivative: altruistic
adj

Having or showing an unselfish concern for others
Thesaurus: humanitarian, self-sacrificing, unselfish, benevolent, public-spirited, self-abnegating, charitable, philanthropic, generous, noble, noble-hearted, humane, kind.

Derivative: altruistically
adverb

Etymology: 19c: from French altruisme, from Italian altrui of or to others.