1. A goal or purpose pursued primarily for one's own benefit, without regard for the needs or welfare of others
His selfish aim was to accumulate wealth regardless of the consequences for his employees.
Seu objetivo egoísta era acumular riqueza, independentemente das consequências para seus funcionários.
2. An ambition driven by self-interest rather than altruism or common good
She abandoned her selfish aims when she realized how much her family needed her support.
Ela abandonou seus objetivos egoístas quando percebeu o quanto sua família precisava de seu apoio.