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greedy
01
having an excessive and intense desire for something, especially wealth, possessions, or power
Example
The greedy businessman exploited his employees for profit, caring only about increasing his own wealth.
The greedy child hoarded all the candy for himself, refusing to share with his friends.
02
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
03
wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume
Word Family
greed
Noun
greedy
Adjective
greedily
Adverb
greedily
Adverb
greediness
Noun
greediness
Noun
overgreedy
Adjective
overgreedy
Adjective
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