self-interested

[US]/[ˈself.ɪn.tər.est.ɪd]/
[UK]/[ˈself.ɪn.tər.est.ɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Concerned chiefly with one's own interests or advantage.; Selfish; motivated by personal gain.; Showing a lack of concern for others.

Phrases & Collocations

self-interested behavior

being self-interested

highly self-interested

self-interested motives

was self-interested

seem self-interested

inherently self-interested

self-interested actions

becoming self-interested

self-interested individuals

Example Sentences

his self-interested behavior alienated many of his colleagues.

the politician's self-interested policies were widely criticized.

we need leaders who are not solely self-interested, but also compassionate.

the company's self-interested decisions prioritized profits over employees.

it's important to avoid becoming too self-interested in your career.

his self-interested motives were clear to everyone involved.

a truly selfless act is rarely motivated by self-interested gain.

the merger was driven by self-interested shareholders seeking higher returns.

she accused him of being overly self-interested and manipulative.

the self-interested focus on personal wealth can be detrimental to society.

he displayed a remarkably self-interested attitude throughout the negotiations.

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