Altruistic Behavior

2 words in this vocabulary list

good turn self-sacrificing

good turn

noun a kind or helpful action or favor done for someone

adjective having desirable or positive qualities

  • He did a good turn by helping his elderly neighbor carry groceries.
  • Thanks for doing me a good turn by covering my shift at work.
  • I owe you one for that good turn you did for me.
  • Sometimes a good turn of events can completely change your perspective on life.

self-sacrificing

adjective describing someone who is willing to sacrifice their own interests or desires for the greater good

  • She was known for her self-sacrificing nature, always putting the needs of others before her own.
  • My mom is so self-sacrificing, she never takes time for herself because she's always helping others.
  • Dude, that guy is seriously self-sacrificing, he's always bailing his friends out of trouble.
  • The self-sacrificing act of donating all his savings to charity left a lasting impact on the community.