Self-interest

  Reference/Meaning Formula
#1 The pursuit of one’s own profit, benefit or advantage. (Often confused with selfishness or used pejoratively to suggest the exclusion of any concern for others.)  
#2 The primary (or only) incentive for individuals in much economic theory.  
#3 Requirement for engaging with principal objects. PH6-L4
#4 See: individualist approach to ethical choice. PH'6-L4

 

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Last updated: 15-Jan-2014