greedily

[ˈɡriːdɪli]

greedily Definition

in a greedy manner; with an excessive desire for more.

Using greedily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "greedily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He greedily ate the entire pizza by himself.

  • Example

    The company greedily pursued profits at the expense of its workers.

  • Example

    She greedily grabbed all the cookies from the plate.

greedily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for greedily

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Summary: greedily in Brief

The adverb 'greedily' [ˈɡriːdɪli] describes an action done with an excessive desire for more. It is often used to describe someone who eats or takes something in a selfish or gluttonous way, as in 'He greedily ate the entire pizza by himself.' 'Greedily' can also be used to describe a company or individual who pursues profits or gains at the expense of others, as in 'The company greedily pursued profits at the expense of its workers.'