Self-sacrificing (Adjective)
Meaning
Willing to deprive yourself.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The nurse was self-sacrificing, always putting the needs of her patients before her own.
- As a single mother, she was a self-sacrificing parent, often going without so her children could have what they needed.
- His self-sacrificing attitude during the difficult times was a testament to his strength of character.
- She was a self-sacrificing wife, dedicating her life to caring for her husband with a terminal illness.
- The charity worker's self-sacrificing nature inspired many to follow in her footsteps.