Word for self sacrificing

Is there a concise word for the act of sacrificing one’s own life for the greater good? I know martyrdom, but that tends to imply suffering more than it does death.

asked Mar 6, 2014 at 4:28

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There is self-sacrifice but it is not exactly a single world. Just suggesting it, in case it suits your purpose.

answered Mar 6, 2014 at 4:49

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I would simply use the word hero.

answered Mar 6, 2014 at 4:50

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I think we can use the word ‘altruism’ or ‘altruistic suicide’. The term ‘altruism’ was first used by Emile Durkheim to describe a Suicide committed for the benefit of others or for the community: this would include self-sacrifice for military objectives in wartime. Altruistic suicides reflect a courageous indifference to the loss of one’s life. Altruistic behaviour is found in many other species of animals too.

answered Mar 6, 2014 at 4:52

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There is a phrase: supreme sacrifice

the sacrifice of one’s own life, esp. to save the life of another.

answered Mar 6, 2014 at 4:56

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Table of Contents

  1. What do you call a person who is sacrificed?
  2. What are some examples of self-sacrifice?
  3. What does self sacrificing mean?
  4. What is self sacrificing behavior?
  5. What are the benefits of self-sacrifice?
  6. Is self-sacrifice a virtue?
  7. Is sacrificing a character trait?
  8. What is a good character trait?
  9. What is character trait?
  10. What makes a character unique?
  11. How can I make my character look unique?
  12. How do you build a strong character?
  13. How do you make the main character special?
  14. What makes an interesting protagonist?
  15. How do you introduce a character in a backstory?

In this page you can discover 16 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for self-sacrificing, like: self-effacing, noble, open-hearted, gallant, helpful, generous, heroic, unselfish, self-giving, valorous and chivalrous.

What do you call a person who is sacrificed?

2. votes. Sacrificial – sacrificatorio. “Sacrificatorio” is a very unusual term (not most dictionaries, not even in the RAE), since “sacrificial” is more common one, but in any case, it would say it suggests a real sacrifice, e.g. to the Gods. Here, for people, I’d use “sacrificado”.

What are some examples of self-sacrifice?

Self-sacrifice is giving up something you want or something you desire for the greater good or to help others. An example of self-sacrifice is when you go without your morning latte so you can donate that amount of money to charity instead.

What does self sacrificing mean?

: sacrifice of oneself or one’s interest for others or for a cause or ideal.

What is self sacrificing behavior?

In psychological terms, self-sacrifice consists of abandoning your personal interests for someone else’s well-being. Since self-sacrifice consists of denying yourself certain needs or personal wants, in essence, it means giving an important part of yourself away.

What are the benefits of self-sacrifice?

Not only can self-sacrifice lead to greater happiness, it can also strengthen one’s “willpower muscle” in the long term. Numerous studies have demonstrated that when an individual exercises self-restraint or self-control in one area, their ability to do so in all capacities is increased.

Is self-sacrifice a virtue?

Self-sacrifice is a virtue when it is not accompanied by hard feelings or expectations. Choosing is loosing and in that case you choose somebody else’s interest or a higher goal and loose something “yours” because that is more meaningful and more self-fulfilling for yourself.

Is sacrificing a character trait?

While nearly anyone might have the potential to make a sacrifice on the behalf of another, it is a true character strength of only some. A true self-sacrifice does not diminish others; it builds upon the dignity of others. Self-sacrifice is also trait-like.

What is a good character trait?

What is good character? Good character includes traits like loyalty, honesty, courage, integrity, fortitude, and other important virtues that promote good behavior. A person with good character chooses to do the right thing because he or she believes it is the morally right to do so.

What is character trait?

What are character traits? Well, they’re the parts of a person’s behavior and attitude that makes up their personality. Everyone has character traits, both good and bad, even characters in books. Character traits are often shown with descriptive adjectives, like patient, faithful, or jealous.

What makes a character unique?

Unique Characters Are Unique to Their Core Either the characters are meant to evoke those characters belonging to someone else, or they aren’t. The problem compounds because some fanfic authors think they’ve made the characters their own by having “their version” of the original characters.

How can I make my character look unique?

Let’s Recap!

  1. Pick a theme: Use one-word descriptions that are visually clear.
  2. Develop the backstory: Know everything about your characters as if they were a dear friend.
  3. Give them a name and personality: Pick a name that fits the style and personality of your characters.

How do you build a strong character?

How do you build a strong character?

  1. DECIDE to be self-supporting. No one owes you a living.
  2. SEEK continual education. No one is perfect.
  3. SPREAD kindness. It may be one of the best ways to build your character.
  4. WORK on yourself.
  5. PURSUE excellence.
  6. ADD value.
  7. PRACTICE persistence.
  8. DETERMINE to be determined.

How do you make the main character special?

Here are some tips to ensure your main character is a great character the audience cares about:

  1. Establish where they came from.
  2. Figure out where they’re going.
  3. Make them believable characters.
  4. Have them interact with supporting characters.
  5. Give them an internal monologue.

What makes an interesting protagonist?

A great protagonist has the ability to learn from his experiences and become a better (though not always) person. He won’t be the same person he was when the story started. Something about the person is interesting. She might have an unusual talent or skill, or a unique manner about her.

How do you introduce a character in a backstory?

Contents

  1. Decide events in characters’ pasts that shape them.
  2. Choose where to use ‘telling’ character backstory well.
  3. Balance ‘telling’ backstory with showing.
  4. Keep character background relevant to current choices and actions.
  5. Strip excess backstory from narration.
  6. Use backstory to reveal emotional and psychological drives.

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What is another word for Self-sacrifice?

  • selflessness

    abstinence, self-denial

  • self-denial

    abandonment, abdication

  • abstemiousness

    self-denial, abstinence

  • unselfishness

    self-denial, suffering endured for sake of a cause

  • self-abnegation

    abandonment, abdication

  • asceticism

    abstinence, self-denial

  • renunciation

    abdication, self-denial

  • altruism

    selflessness

  • generosity

    selflessness

  • self-immolation

    suffering endured for sake of a cause

  • abnegation

    abandonment, abdication

  • abstention

    abandonment, abdication

  • magnanimity

  • temperance

  • charity

  • abstinence

  • sacrifice

    abandonment, suffering endured for sake of a cause

  • benevolence

  • philanthropy

  • humanitarianism

  • self-discipline

  • self-deprivation

  • moderation

  • austerity

  • repudiation

  • relinquishment

  • resignation

  • disavowal

  • persecution

    suffering endured for sake of a cause

  • goodwill

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selfsacrificing

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Definition of self-sacrificingnext

as in selfless

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  • selfless

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  • selfish

  • selfcentered

  • parsimonious

  • miserly

  • stingy

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  • cheap

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