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egoists

[/ˈɛɡoʊɪsts/ or /ˈiːɡoʊɪsts/]
nounpl: egoists (already plural)
egoístas
1. People who are excessively self-centered and concerned primarily with their own interests, pleasure, or advantage
The egoists at the meeting refused to consider anyone else's opinions.
Os egoístas na reunião recusaram-se a considerar as opiniões de ninguém mais.
2. Philosophers or advocates of egoism as an ethical theory
Egoists believe that self-interest is the proper basis for morality.
Os egoístas acreditam que o interesse próprio é a base adequada para a moralidade.
NYC Slang
self-centered jerks, me-first types
Synonyms
self-centered peoplenarcissistsselfish individuals
Antonyms
altruistsphilanthropistsselfless people

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
egoístas
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
egoístas
Standard European Portuguese term

Related Idioms & Phrases

all about oneself
self-serving
only looking out for number one
thinking only of themselves
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