self-interest

• Существительное, обозначающее сосредоточенность на собственной личной выгоде, благополучии или пользе, часто за счёт других.

A noun referring to a focus on one's own personal advantage, welfare, or benefit, often at the expense of others.

uncountable

1. Exploitative behaviorB2formal

   The practice of seizing opportunities for personal gain, often without considering the negative impact on others.

   Корысть

   • His self-interest led him to cut corners, ignoring the safety of his coworkers.
   • The politician's actions were driven purely by self-interest, not public service.
   • She acted out of self-interest, taking credit for the team's work.

   Synonymsexploitationopportunismself-seeking

   Antonymsaltruismselflessness

2. Personal welfareB2formal

   A focus on one's own well-being, needs, and personal advantage.

   Личная выгода

   • It is natural to have some degree of self-interest when making career decisions.
   • Balancing self-interest with the needs of the community is a key social skill.
   • His self-interest motivated him to save money for his retirement.

   Synonymsegotismself-concernself-regardself-seekingselfishness

   Antonymsaltruismself-sacrificeselflessness