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Definition of non-egotistical in English:

non-egotistical

adjective

  • 1Not intrusive in the display of one's own personality or interpretation; not centred on or obtrusive in reference to oneself; compare "egotism". Also (now chiefly): characterized by a lack of self-conceit; modest, self-effacing.

  • 2Characterized by a lack of self-interest; altruistic; beyond the merely physical or instinctive; spiritual.

Pronunciation

non-egotistical

/ˌnɒnɛɡəˈtɪstɪkl/ /ˌnɒniːɡəˈtɪstɪkl/

Origin

Early 20th century. From non- + egotistical.