selfless
/ˈselfləs/
self · less
ˈself · ləs
English Definition
adj. showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Significado en Español
desinteresado, altruista
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
vị tha, không vị kỷ
Show meaning in
💡
Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
self(self)+less(none) → selfless, unselfish.
Know this word? Mark it mastered, or move on.
Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
What is a synonym for the word “selfless”?
-
A
selfish
-
B
altruistic
-
C
greedy
-
D
ambitious
Show answer
B — altruistic.
“selfless” means adj. showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Common questions about “selfless”
What does “selfless” mean?
selfless — adj. showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others. In Chinese: 无私的.
How do you pronounce “selfless”?
selfless is pronounced /ˈselfləs/. It breaks into 2 syllables: self · less.
Is “selfless” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. selfless appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “selfless”?
self(self)+less(none) → selfless, unselfish.