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riko
noun

English Meaning(s) for 利己

noun
  1. self-interest

Definition and Synonyms for 利己

Selfishness stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others
Synonyms: わがまま, 利己, 利己主義, 恣意, 我情, 我欲, 気まま
Self-Concern concern for your own interests and welfare
Synonyms: わがまま, 主我主義, 利己, 利己主義, 我利, 我欲

Meanings for each kanji in 利己

» profit; advantage; benefit
» self; snake; serpent

Categories 利己 is a member of

Trait a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
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Stinginess a lack of generosity
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 利己

Sample Sentences for 利己

Eriko worked so long and so hard, without stopping to eat, that I feared she would faint.
He is a thorough-going egoist.
She is a selfish person.
She is acting from some selfish motive.
He is nothing more than an egoist.

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