egoism

名词 egoism:

1. (ethics) the theory that the pursuit of your own welfare in the basis of morality
2. concern for your own interests and welfare
   同义词：egocentrism, self-interest, self-concern, self-centeredness

1. The egoism of an artist sometimes seem natural.
   艺术家的自负有时看起来是自然的。

e.go.ism

n.（名词）

The ethical doctrine that morality has its foundations in self-interest.
自私自利：认为道德以自我利益为基础的道德观念
The ethical belief that self-interest is the just and proper motive for all human conduct.
自我主义：认为自我利益是全部人类行为的恰当和正确的原因的道德信仰
Excessive preoccupation with one`s own well-being and interests, usually accompanied by an inflated sense of self-importance.
利己主义：对自己的安乐和利益过分的关注，通常伴随着极度的妄自尊大感
Egotism; conceit.See Synonyms at conceit
自负；自大参见 conceit