SELFISM

Etymology

Noun

selfism (usually uncountable, plural selfisms)

The practice of focusing concern and effort on the needs of the self.

An ethical system prescribing such focus.

Source: Wiktionary


Self"ism, n.

Definition: Concentration of one's interests on one's self; self-love; selfishness. Emerson.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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