Skip to main content
(self-ish-ness) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the quality of being concerned only for oneself.

Example Sentence

Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race.

More Example Sentences

Her selfishness made her friends upset.

Synonyms

greed; self-absorption; egotism

Antonyms

selflessness; generosity; altruism

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

selfishness
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • selfishness
Need accessibility help? If you experienced an issue using the dictionary, you can send us an accessibility support request.