selfish practices

[ˈsɛlfɪʃ ˈpræktɪsɪz]

noun phrase

práticas egoístas

1. Actions, behaviors, or habits that prioritize one's own interests or benefits at the expense of others; conduct driven by self-interest rather than consideration for others' wellbeing

The company's selfish practices of ignoring environmental concerns angered many consumers.

As práticas egoístas da empresa de ignorar preocupações ambientais irritaram muitos consumidores.

2. Methods or customs that demonstrate a lack of regard for the needs, rights, or feelings of others

His selfish practices in the workplace made him unpopular among colleagues.

Suas práticas egoístas no local de trabalho o tornaram impopular entre os colegas.

NYC Slang

Me-first moves / looking out for number one only

Synonyms

self-interested behavior self-serving actions egocentric conduct self-centered behavior inconsiderate practices

Antonyms

altruistic practices selfless behavior charitable actions considerate conduct benevolent practices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

práticas egoístas

Most common usage across Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

práticas egoístas / comportamentos de interesse próprio

Standard usage

São Paulo

práticas egoístas / atitudes interesseiras

May use 'interesseiras' for more colloquial context

Portugal

práticas egoístas / comportamentos egoísticos

Slightly more formal; 'egoísticos' is also commonly used

Related Idioms & Phrases

looking out for number one

putting oneself first

not giving a thought to others

feathering one's own nest

having one's head in the clouds (regarding others)

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