self-sacrificing

[US]/[ˈselfˌsækrɪfɪsɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈselfˌsækrɪfɪsɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Willing to give up one's own advantages or desires for the sake of others.; Involving or characterized by self-sacrifice.
n.An act or instance of self-sacrifice.

Phrases & Collocations

self-sacrificing act

self-sacrificing nature

being self-sacrificing

self-sacrificing behavior

self-sacrificing role

self-sacrificing spirit

was self-sacrificing

self-sacrificing parents

self-sacrificing gesture

self-sacrificing love

Example Sentences

the nurse's self-sacrificing nature led her to work tirelessly during the pandemic.

his self-sacrificing actions to protect his family were truly admirable.

she made a self-sacrificing decision to leave her job and travel the world.

the soldiers displayed self-sacrificing bravery in the face of danger.

a self-sacrificing volunteer dedicated years to helping the homeless.

the self-sacrificing teacher stayed late to help struggling students.

he was a self-sacrificing friend, always putting others first.

their self-sacrificing efforts ensured the project's success.

the self-sacrificing parent worked multiple jobs to support their children.

it was a self-sacrificing act to donate all the proceeds to charity.

the self-sacrificing spirit of the team led them to victory.

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