self´-in´ter|est|ed|ness

self´-in´ter|est|ed|ness
self-in|ter|est|ed «SEHLF IHN tuhr uh stihd, -truhs-; -tuh REHS tihd», adjective.
motivated solely by regard for one's own welfare or advantage; showing self-interest.
self´-in´ter|est|ed|ness, noun.

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