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altruistic objective
[ɔːl.tru.ˈɪs.tɪk əbˈdʒɛk.tɪv]
noun
pl: altruistic objectives
objetivo altruísta
1.
A goal or aim pursued primarily for the benefit of others rather than for personal gain or self-interest
The organization's altruistic objective is to provide clean water to underprivileged communities.
O objetivo altruísta da organização é fornecer água potável a comunidades desfavorecidas.
2.
A purpose or target motivated by concern for the welfare of others without expectation of reward
Her altruistic objective in volunteering was to make a difference in children's lives.
Seu objetivo altruísta ao se voluntariar era fazer uma diferença na vida das crianças.
Synonyms
humanitarian goal
charitable aim
benevolent purpose
selfless objective
philanthropic goal
Antonyms
selfish objective
self-serving goal
egoistic aim
mercenary purpose
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
objetivo altruísta
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
objetivo altruísta
Common in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
objetivo altruísta
Widely used in business and social contexts
Portugal
objetivo altruísta
Standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
for the greater good
labor of love
pay it forward
have one's heart in the right place
do good unto others
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