itseisesti

itseisesti is Finnish an adverb meaning "in a self-serving or selfish manner." It describes actions or attitudes carried out with primary regard for one’s own interests, often implying a negative evaluation of the behavior.

The word is formed from the pronoun itse, meaning self, with the adverbial suffix -isesti, which is used to render manner or mode as in other Finnish adverbs. While it exists in the language, itseisesti tends to appear in more formal or literary contexts and can carry a critical or evaluative tone. It contrasts with terms that denote more neutral or morally neutral behavior, and with words that emphasize less self-centered qualities.

Usage notes and nuance:

- Ititseisesti emphasizes self-centered motivation, sometimes with moral judgment.

- It is less common in everyday speech than some near-synonyms, and in many contexts speakers may opt for itsekeskeisesti or itsekäs- related expressions to convey selfishness more precisely.

- Itirelated forms include adjectives such as itse­käsinen or itsekeskeinen, which describe a person’s character rather than the manner of an action.

Examples:

- Hän toimi itseisesti, asettaen oman etunsa etusijalle. (He acted selfishly, prioritizing his own interests.)

- Keskustelu kääntyi itseisesti muiden kustannuksella. (The discussion turned to a self-serving path at others’ expense.)

See also:

- itsekeskeinen (self-centered)

- itsekäs or itsekkäästi (selfishly)

Note: The choice among these terms depends on nuance and formality; itseisesti is one option among several ways to express selfishness in Finnish.