Meaning & use
altruistically
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in a way that shows unselfish concern for the welfare of others.
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She volunteered altruistically, never expecting anything in return.
The donor gave altruistically to fund scholarships for students she would never meet.
A note on using this word
Altruistically emphasizes that an action is motivated by concern for others rather than self-interest.
Words with a similar meaning
selflesslycharitably
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Words with an opposite meaning
selfishly
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