selfish

Word parts

self + -ish

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈsɛlf.ɪʃ/ or [ˈsɛɫ̥fɪʃ]

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Adjective

Positive selfish

Comparative more selfish

Superlative most selfish

1. When someone is selfish, that person regards himself/herself as the standard in making decisions.
   • Synonyms: self-centered and greedy
   • Antonyms: selfless and unselfish

   John is very selfish and only thinks about himself.