Can anyone give the exact single word for the feeling/quality of doing good works for others without having any selfishness?
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2Are you looking for an adjective or a noun? You ask for "the feeling/quality" and then tag "adjective". Single word requests require an example sentence. – Jim Mar 22 '18 at 03:24
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"selflessness"
Having, exhibiting, or motivated by no concern for oneself; unselfish
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Twenty-five million veterans are living among us today. These men and women selflessly set aside their civilian lives to put on the uniform and serve us. - Steve Buyer
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Also "altruism"
- Unselfish concern for the welfare of others; selflessness.
American Heritage Dictionary
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“Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness.” ― Martin Luther King Jr
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There is also "philanthropy", but I think this word is less suitable, as not all philanthropists might act out of complete selflessness.
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Doing good without a selfish motivation is called 'altruism'.
Disinterested or selfless concern for the well-being of others, esp. as a principle of action. Opposed to selfishness, egoism, or (in early use) egotism.
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