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greedy

[ˈɡriːdi]

greedy Definition

having or showing an intense and selfish desire for wealth or power.

Using greedy: Examples

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

  • Example

    The company's greedy executives were only interested in increasing their own salaries.

  • Example

    He was accused of being greedy and taking more than his fair share.

  • Example

    The landlord's greedy demands for higher rent led to a tenant strike.

  • Example

    She had a greedy appetite and always ate more than her share.

greedy Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with greedy

  • greedy guts

    a person who eats too much or is excessively greedy

    Example

    He's such a greedy guts that he ate the whole cake by himself.

  • having an insatiable desire for control or authority

    Example

    The politician was greedy for power and would do anything to win the election.

  • having an excessive need for recognition or admiration from others

    Example

    The child was always acting out and misbehaving because he was greedy for attention.

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Summary: greedy in Brief

The term 'greedy' [ˈɡriːdi] describes a person or behavior that has an intense and selfish desire for wealth or power. It is often used to criticize individuals who prioritize their own interests over others, as in 'The company's greedy executives were only interested in increasing their own salaries.' 'Greedy' can also be used to describe someone with an excessive appetite, as in 'She had a greedy appetite and always ate more than her share.'

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