What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unpossessive
Example
She was unpossessive and didn't care about owning expensive things. [unpossessive: adjective]
Example
Their marriage was unpossessive, and they shared everything equally. [unpossessive: adjective]
unselfish
Example
She was unselfish and always put others' needs before her own. [unselfish: adjective]
Example
His unselfish act of donating his kidney saved his sister's life. [unselfish: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unselfish is more commonly used than unpossessive in everyday language. Unselfish is a versatile word that can be used to describe a wide range of behaviors and actions, while unpossessive is less common and may be less familiar to some English learners.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unpossessive and unselfish?
Both unpossessive and unselfish are neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
