self-sacrificingly

In martyr fashion

In a manner that puts others' needs before one's own, often at personal cost.

The adverb typically describes acts of generosity or devotion: She self-sacrificingly gave up her career to care for her aging parents.

The word is cumbersome and rarely used; most writers prefer constructions with the noun or adjective.

manner

nobly

In an honorable manner

stoically · compassionately · disinterestedly · voluntarily · uncomplainingly · unstintingly · devotedly · dutifully · humbly · piously

martyrdom

redemptively

In a saving manner

ascetically · uncomplainingly · enduringly · resignedly · forbearingly · patient · submissively · willingly

devotion

loyally

With unwavering allegiance

ardently · lovingly · reverently · duty-bound · protectively · caringly · tenderly · supportively · watchfully · unceasingly

heroism

bravely

In a courageous manner

fearlessly · boldly · intrepidly · dauntlessly · daringly · audaciously · resolutely · unflinchingly · undauntedly · stoutheartedly

Opposites
orientation of benefit

self-sacrificinglyselfishly

In a self-centered manner

egoistically · egotistically · greedily · exploitatively · narcissistically

degree of self-interest

self-sacrificinglycowardly

Without bravery or nerve

cravenly

degree of personal cost acceptance

self-sacrificinglycomfortably

At ease physically

cautiously · prudently

Family

self, sacrifice, sacrificing, sacrificed, sacrifices, sacrificial, sacrificially, selfless, selflessly

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