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greedy - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
greedy
Definition
(adj) immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
Synonyms
:
avaricious
,
covetous
,
grabby
,
grasping
,
prehensile
Example Sentence
they are avaricious and will do anything for money
casting covetous eyes on his neighbor's fields
a grasping old miser
grasping commercialism
greedy for money and power
grew richer and greedier
prehensile employers stingy with raises for their employees
Definition
(adj) (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
Synonyms
:
avid
,
devouring
,
esurient
Example Sentence
avid for adventure
an avid ambition to succeed
fierce devouring affection
the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity
greedy for fame
Definition
(adj) wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume
Example Sentence
don't be greedy with the cookies
Word used in video below:
text: much in they were very greedy don't eat
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