self-interest

[US]/ˌselfˈɪntrɪst/
[UK]/ˌselfˈɪntrɪst/

Translation

n.Concern for one's own advantage or well-being

Phrases & Collocations

self-interest alone

pursuit of self-interest

driven by self-interest

self-interest conflicts

pure self-interest

self-interested behavior

self-interest guides

self-interest prevails

avoid self-interest

self-interest motives

Example Sentences

driven by self-interest, he made a deal with the competitor.

the politician's actions were clearly motivated by self-interest.

it's important to balance self-interest with the common good.

pure self-interest can lead to unethical behavior in business.

she prioritized her own self-interest over the needs of the team.

he accused them of acting solely out of self-interest.

the company's decisions often reflect a focus on self-interest.

we need to consider the self-interest of all stakeholders.

his apparent generosity was merely a mask for self-interest.

the debate centered on the role of self-interest in society.

she warned against letting self-interest cloud their judgment.

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