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[()·しん()]
shishin
noun

English Meaning(s) for 私心

noun
  1. selfishness; selfish motive

Definition and Synonyms for 私心

Opportunism taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
Synonyms: わがまま, オポチュニズム, 主我主義, 利己主義, 御都合主義, 我欲, 日和見主義, 気まま, 私心, 私意

Meanings for each kanji in 私心

» private; I; me
» heart; mind; spirit; heart radical (no. 61)

Categories 私心 is a member of

Selfishness stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others
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Sample Sentences for 私心

We are better off for the service rendered by this brave and selfless leader.

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