English noun: self-interest | |||
1. | self-interest (attribute) taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others | ||
Synonyms | expedience, opportunism, self-seeking | ||
Broader (hypernym) | selfishness | ||
2. | self-interest (attribute) concern for your own interests and welfare | ||
Synonyms | egocentrism, egoism, self-centeredness, self-concern | ||
Broader (hypernym) | trait | ||
Antonyms | altruism, selflessness | ||