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self-forgetful

/ˌsɛlf.fəˈɡɛt.fəl/

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adjective

/ˌsɛlf.fəˈɡɛt.fəl/C2formalobsolete
  • ruПрилагательное, описывающее человека, который бескорыстен и ставит потребности других выше своих собственных; в настоящее время считается устаревшим или литературным.

An adjective describing a person who is unselfish and puts the needs of others before their own; now considered archaic or literary.

  1. Unselfish or altruisticC1formal

    Showing a lack of concern for one's own interests or needs; putting others first.

    ruСамоотверженный

    • Her self-forgetful nature made her a beloved community volunteer.
    • He performed a self-forgetful act by donating his savings to charity.
    • The self-forgetful hero risked his life to save the child.

    Synonymsaltruisticcharitableconsiderategenerouskindnobleself-givingself-sacrificingselflessunselfish

    Antonymsegocentricegoisticself-centeredself-seekingselfish

Forms
  • more self-forgetful comparative form
  • most self-forgetful superlative form