self interest
/ˌsɛlfˈɪntrəst/
noun
- The concern for your own personal advantage or well-being, often at the expense of others.
- She acted out of self-interest when she took credit for her coworker's idea.
- His decision was driven purely by self-interest, not by what was fair for the team.
- In business, a certain amount of self-interest is expected, but honesty still matters.
- A natural or reasonable concern for your own welfare, without necessarily harming others.
- It's not selfish to look after your own self-interest; you need to stay healthy and happy.
- He argued that self-interest is a basic human motivation that can lead to positive outcomes.
- Enlightened self-interest means helping others because it benefits you in the long run.
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