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SELFLESSLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does selflessly mean?
• SELFLESSLY (adverb)
The adverb SELFLESSLY has 1 sense:
1. in an altruistic manner
Familiarity information: SELFLESSLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In an altruistic manner
Synonyms:
altruistically; selflessly
Context example:
he acted selflessly when he helped the old lady in distress
Pertainym:
selfless (showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others)
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