self-interest
self
sɛlf
self
in
ɪn
in
terest
trəst
trēst
/sˈɛlfˈɪntɹəst/

Definition & Meaning of "self-interest"in English

Self-interest
01

actions taken for one’s own benefit

Examples
Supporting the proposal was in his self-interest.
02

a focus on personal gain without concern for others

Examples
His self-interest led him to take credit for the team's work.
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