Definition of SELFLESSNESS

selflessness

Meanings

Plural: selflessnesses

Noun

  • the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others
  • acting with less concern for yourself than for the success of the joint activity
  • The quality or state of being selfless.

Origin / Etymology

From selfless + -ness.

Synonyms

altruism, self-sacrifice

Antonyms

egoism, selfishness

Scrabble Score: 15

selflessness is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
selflessness is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
selflessness is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

selflessness is a valid Words With Friends word