What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reediness
Example
Her reediness to learn new skills impressed her boss. [reediness: noun]
Example
The team's reediness to take on the project was admirable. [reediness: noun]
greediness
Example
His greediness for money caused him to make unethical decisions. [greediness: noun]
Example
The company's greediness led to environmental damage. [greediness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Greediness is more commonly used than reediness in everyday language. Greediness is a well-known term that is often used to criticize someone's behavior, while reediness is less common and may not be familiar to some English learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between reediness and greediness?
Both reediness and greediness are informal terms that are not typically used in formal contexts.
