self-serving

Definitions

Having or showing a concern for one's own interests and welfare at the expense of others.

Serving one's own interests, often in a way that is selfish or manipulative.

Examples

His decision to donate to the charity was clearly a self-serving attempt to improve his public image.

She grew tired of her colleague's self-serving behavior, as he always took credit for the team's hard work.

Synonyms

selfish egocentric opportunistic self-interested mercenary self-seeking

Antonyms

altruistic selfless unselfish generous magnanimous self-sacrificing