What does "Selfish" mean?

caring only about oneself

Synonym: self-centered Opposite: altruistic

"Selfish" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

a pretty selfish guy who genuinely doesn't care about being a dad.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S2E18

You're so selfish!

Emily in Paris S1E10

I don't know if that's selfish to say or whatever, but...

Euphoria S1E7

It had to be a selfish man- driver!

Extra English S1E30

Yeah, I know it's pretty selfish...

Friends S1E17

YOU'RE JUST BEING SELFISH, LUKE.

Gilmore Girls S1E7

...but he's just as selfish and soulless as ever.

Gossip Girl S2E13

Maybe that's selfish, but...

Grey's Anatomy S1E6

"Selfish" in TV shows & movies

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