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Selfishness - Definition

Related Words: Ego, Egocentrism, Egoism, Egotism, Individualism, Self

Selfishness is a primary or sole concern with one's own welfare.

It is considered by many to be a negative character trait; in particular, it is traditionally proscribed by most religions. Some, however, view it as positive.

One positive view of selfishness is called rational selfishness. This view is often attributed to Ayn Rand's Objectivist philosophy.

In philosophy, the term egoism is often analogous to selfishness.

Example Usage of Selfishness

SuzanneLan: Wow, the depth of some people's Selfishness never ceases to amaze me. Even family members. Even at Christmastime. Just stunned.
Sophie_Sexical: Let me live without this empty bliss. Selfishness.
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