self-seeking

[US]/[selfˈsiːkɪŋ]/
[UK]/[selfˈsiːkɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. A person who is primarily motivated by self-interest.
adj. Concerned chiefly with one's own advantage or interests; selfish.; Driven by a desire for personal gain.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

self-seeking behavior

эгоистичное поведение

self-seeking individuals

эгоистичные люди

was self-seeking

был эгоистичным

self-seeking nature

эгоистичная натура

be self-seeking

будь эгоистичным

highly self-seeking

очень эгоистичный

self-seeking attitude

эгоистичное отношение

self-seeking ways

эгоистичные способы

becoming self-seeking

становясь эгоистичным

self-seeking motives

эгоистичные мотивы

Example Sentences

his self-seeking behavior alienated many of his colleagues.

Его эгоистичное поведение оттолкнуло многих его коллег.

the company's self-seeking policies prioritized profits over employee well-being.

Эгоистичная политика компании ставила прибыль выше благополучия сотрудников.

we need leaders who are not self-seeking but genuinely care about the people.

Нам нужны лидеры, которые не эгоистичны, а искренне заботятся о людях.

the politician's self-seeking agenda was widely criticized by the public.

Эгоистичная программа политика вызвала широкую критику со стороны общественности.

avoid self-seeking opportunities that exploit others for personal gain.

Избегайте эгоистичных возможностей, которые эксплуатируют других ради личной выгоды.

a self-seeking approach can damage team morale and productivity.

Эгоистичный подход может подорвать моральный дух и продуктивность команды.

the investigation revealed a pattern of self-seeking corruption within the department.

Расследование выявило закономерность эгоистичных коррупционных действий в отделе.

she warned him against getting involved in self-seeking schemes.

Она предупредила его не участвовать в эгоистичных схемах.

his self-seeking nature often led him to betray his friends.

Его эгоистичная натура часто заставляла его предавать своих друзей.

the self-seeking lawyer only cared about winning the case, regardless of the truth.

Эгоистичный адвокат заботился только о том, чтобы выиграть дело, независимо от правды.

it's important to distinguish between ambition and self-seeking behavior.

Важно отличать амбиции от эгоистичного поведения.

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