as in generosity
feelings and behavior that show a desire to help other people and a lack of selfishness
charitable acts motivated purely by altruism In one final act of altruism, she donated almost all of her money to the hospital.
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Recent Examples of altruism
Once Trump was elected in 2016, however, U.S. leaders and aid advocates grew reluctant to talk about altruism.
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Maany Peyvan, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Ambition Women’s leadership often marries altruism with authenticity — key traits to ensure that AI transformations are guided by ethics and respect for human autonomy.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Taylor Swift's generosity also deserves admiration Swift’s altruism is frequently tagged as a reason for respect and admiration, even from those with a cursory interest in her.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
The actress has also been honored for her altruism at previous Global Gift Galas.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
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Maany Peyvan, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Ambition Women’s leadership often marries altruism with authenticity — key traits to ensure that AI transformations are guided by ethics and respect for human autonomy.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Taylor Swift's generosity also deserves admiration Swift’s altruism is frequently tagged as a reason for respect and admiration, even from those with a cursory interest in her.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
The actress has also been honored for her altruism at previous Global Gift Galas.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for altruism
Noun
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Healthy relationships allow for generosity without expectation, where both partners feel free to set boundaries without fear of emotional debt.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Though federal and state funding played an important role in these projects, they were driven more by the commitment and generosity of the individuals, families, and philanthropic organizations that make the Wildlands Partnership possible.—
Shelley Harms,
Hartford Courant,
28 Feb. 2025
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Actor Andrew Shue at a charity soccer match with former NBA star Steve Nash in the background.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Harry's lawyers have criticized the decision to revoke his security, pointing to threats from terrorist group Al Qaeda and the couple's own 2023 paparazzi chase after the Netflix stars left a charity event in New York City.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
12 Apr. 2025
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For too long, capital has been viewed in silos—philanthropy on one side and investment on the other.—
Matt Damon,
TIME,
22 Mar. 2025
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From shaping Destiny’s Child to her philanthropy and creative ventures, her legacy extends far beyond entertainment.—
Cat Johnson,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Altruism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altruism. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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