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UNSELFISHNESS [3 records]

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Record 1 2019-04-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Behaviour
  • Sociology of Human Relations
CONT

Unlike general humility — which is defined by traits like sincerity, honesty, and unselfishness — intellectual humility has to do with understanding the limits of one's knowledge. It's a state of openness to new ideas, a willingness to be receptive to new sources of evidence … People with intellectual humility are both better learners and better able to engage in civil discourse.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Comportement humain
  • Sociologie des relations humaines
CONT

Si l'humilité générale se définit par des traits associés à la sincérité, au désintéressement et à l'honnêteté, l'humilité intellectuelle est plutôt associée à la compréhension des limites de ses propres connaissances caractérisées par une ouverture aux nouvelles idées, et à un désir d'apprendre.

Spanish

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Record 2 2010-09-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Behaviour
DEF

An unselfish devotion to the interests and welfare of others.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Comportement humain
DEF

Disposition à s'intéresser et à se dévouer à autrui.

CONT

Faire preuve d'altruisme est une qualité essentielle requise pour devenir un bénévole épanoui. Il faut savoir et vouloir donner.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Comportamiento humano
DEF

Diligencia en procurar el bien ajeno aun a costa del propio.

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Record 3 1999-07-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Education Theory and Methods
CONT

Constancy of intelligence and unselfishness throughout the ages must prevail to insure man's progressive development toward a greater existence.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Théories et méthodes pédagogiques

Spanish

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