A philosophical and ethical term referring to selfless concern for the well-being of others. Often used in academic or formal contexts.
Altruism is considered an important value in many religions.
His actions are based on pure altruism.
利他主義 is the philosophy of putting others' interests first, the direct opposite of ミーイズム's focus on self-interest.
利己主義 means prioritizing one's own interests, while 利他主義 means prioritizing the interests of others.
reciprocal altruism
Compound of 利他 (rita, 'benefiting others') and 主義 (shugi, '-ism'). 利他 is itself a Sino-Japanese word formed from 利 (ri, 'profit, benefit') and 他 (ta, 'other').