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greedy
01
cupide
having an excessive and intense desire for something, especially wealth, possessions, or power
Exemples
The greedy businessman exploited his employees for profit, caring only about increasing his own wealth.
L'homme d'affaires avide a exploité ses employés pour le profit, ne se souciant que d'augmenter sa propre richesse.
The greedy child hoarded all the candy for himself, refusing to share with his friends.
L'enfant avare a amassé tous les bonbons pour lui-même, refusant de partager avec ses amis.
02
avide, cupide
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
Exemples
She was greedy for attention at the party.
The child was greedy for praise from the teacher.
03
gourmand, glouton
wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume
Exemples
The dog was greedy at dinner and ate everything.
He felt greedy after seeing the dessert table.
Arbre Lexical
greedily
greediness
overgreedy
greedy
greed
