The quality or state of being selfish; exclusive regard to one's own interest or happiness; that supreme self-love or self-preference which leads a person to direct his purposes to the advancement of his own interest, power, or happiness, without regarding those of others.
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The quality of being greedy; vehement and selfish desire.
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The art or practice of taking advantage of opportunities or circumstances, or of seeking immediate advantage with little regard for ultimate conseque…
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Private interest; the interest or advantage of one's self.
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Seeking one's own interest or happiness; selfish.
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The quality or state of being stingy.
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Seeking one's own interest or happiness; selfish.
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Seeking one's own interest or happiness; selfish.
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