self-serving

[US]/ˌselfˈsɜːvɪŋ/
[UK]/ˌselfˈsɜːrvɪŋ/

Translation

adj.acting in one's own interest; selfish

Phrases & Collocations

self-serving behavior

self-serving interests

self-serving motives

was self-serving

being self-serving

inherently self-serving

highly self-serving

self-serving attitude

purely self-serving

self-serving actions

Example Sentences

his self-serving behavior alienated everyone around him.

the politician's self-serving agenda was obvious to voters.

it was a self-serving attempt to gain public sympathy.

we criticized his self-serving motives for joining the project.

the company's self-serving policies prioritized profits over employees.

her self-serving actions ultimately damaged her reputation.

he gave a self-serving speech justifying his past mistakes.

the deal seemed self-serving to everyone except him.

it was a self-serving decision driven by personal gain.

she exposed his self-serving scheme in a public forum.

the manager's self-serving approach created a toxic work environment.

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