self-seeking

/ˌˈsɛlf ˌsikɪŋ/
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Definitions of self-seeking
  1. adjective
    interested only in yourself
    synonyms: self-serving
    selfish
    concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others
  2. noun
    taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others
    synonyms: expedience, opportunism, self-interest
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    type of:
    selfishness
    stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others
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