One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained.
Synonyms of selfish in English:
selfish
See definition of selfish
adjective
1‘he is just selfish by nature’
SYNONYMS
egocentric, egotistic, egotistical, egomaniacal, self-centred, self-regarding, self-absorbed, self-obsessed, self-seeking, self-serving, wrapped up in oneself, inward-looking, introverted, self-loving
inconsiderate, thoughtless, unthinking, uncaring, heedless, unmindful, regardless, insensitive, tactless, uncharitable, unkind
mean, miserly, grasping, greedy, mercenary, money-grubbing, acquisitive, opportunistic, out for what one can get
informal looking after number one, on the make
ANTONYMS
unselfish, selfless, altruistic, considerate, generous