other-directed

adjective

Definition of other-directednext
as in altruistic

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for other-directed
  1. altruistic
  2. philanthropic
  3. magnanimous
  4. unselfish
  5. benevolent
  6. selfless
  7. generous
Adjective
  • Many are driven by their own altruistic visions for AI’s future, making their choice of company often based on its mission and leadership.
    Kylie Robison, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
  • This trend does have an altruistic side, too, as older relatives look to splash the cash among their families, helping the younger generations through the cost of living crisis by paying for their next vacation.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Definition of altruistic
Adjective
  • While building these cashflow models will likely be complex and expensive, philanthropic capital could step in to help with data collection and provide technical support.
    Olivia White Michael Wiegand, Harvard Business Review, 26 Sep. 2024
  • Elysian Impact is the philanthropic arm of Elysian, a luxury lifestyle brand that supports women’s empowerment, and was created in partnership with DRC Ventures, a conservation platform founded by Dr. Christina Rahm.
    Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
Definition of philanthropic
Adjective
  • Spreading the hosting love around is a magnanimous act.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 2 Aug. 2024
  • Finally, Rogers urged an approach to politics that was critical yet charitable, principled yet magnanimous.
    Steven Watts, The Conversation, 23 Sep. 2024
Definition of magnanimous
Adjective
  • Noah and Joanne are unselfish people whose constitutional truthfulness robs the series of one of situation comedy’s main engines — the lie — for the better.
    Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2024
  • As Pierre, Glencoe audiences can enjoy the unselfish but formidable work of Evan Tyrone Martin in a role played on Broadway by Josh Groban.
    Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 16 Sep. 2024
Definition of unselfish
Adjective
  • Many people believe that slavery in Latin America was a benevolent institution.
    Ana Lucia Araujo / Made by History, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
  • In recent years, the naive belief held by most Americans, that the Fed is an apolitical body of benevolent technocrats who would never use their immense, ring-of-Sauron-like power for anything but the good of humanity, has evaporated.
    Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of benevolent
Adjective
  • If Harris wins, the selfless act of withdrawing from the race will be a laudable part of President Biden’s legacy.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Mars in this fire sign will show you how to assert yourself-— while balancing the ideology of selfless love toward those in your circle.
    Essence, Essence, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of selfless
Adjective
  • In addition, the home includes a two-car garage, offering generous space for vehicles and storage requirements.
    Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • At a competitive price and 27% discount, this SSD also comes with a generous five-year warranty, providing peace of mind.
    Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of generous
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“Other-directed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/other-directed. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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