rational egoism

English

Noun

rational egoism (uncountable)

  1. (philosophy) The doctrine that it is rational to act in one's own self-interest.
  2. (philosophy) A theory espoused by Ayn Rand, combining this doctrine with ethical egoism.
    Synonym: rational selfishness

Synonyms
  • rational self-interest
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