What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
thirstingly
Example
After running for an hour, I was thirstingly looking for water. [thirstingly: adverb]
Example
She thirstingly pursued her dreams of becoming a successful writer. [thirstingly: adverb]
greedily
Example
The dog greedily devoured the entire bowl of food in seconds. [greedily: adverb]
Example
He greedily amassed a fortune at the expense of his employees. [greedily: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Greedily is more commonly used than thirstingly in everyday language, especially in informal contexts. Thirstingly is less common and more formal, and is usually reserved for specific contexts such as describing a desire for water or other liquids.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between thirstingly and greedily?
Thirstingly is more formal than greedily, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, both words can be considered somewhat formal and may not be commonly used in casual conversation.
