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selfishly

[ˈsɛlfɪʃli]

selfishly Definition

concerned excessively or exclusively with oneself : seeking or concentrating on one's own advantage, pleasure, or well-being without regard for others.

Using selfishly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "selfishly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He acted selfishly by taking all the credit for the project.

  • Example

    She always thinks of herself first and behaves selfishly.

  • Example

    The company's CEO made a selfish decision that hurt the employees.

selfishly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for selfishly

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Summary: selfishly in Brief

'Selfishly' [ˈsɛlfɪʃli] is an adverb that describes an excessive or exclusive concern for oneself, often at the expense of others. It implies a lack of consideration for others' needs or feelings, as in 'He acted selfishly by taking all the credit for the project.' 'Selfishly' has formal synonyms like 'self-centeredly,' and informal phrases like 'in a me-first way.'

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