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greedy

/'gridi/

Synonyms of greedy Antonyms of greedy Examples of greedy Usage of greedy Parts of greedy Definition that contains greedy Words sounding like greedy Explanation of greedy

adjective
(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
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"greedy for fame"

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avid devouring esurient desirous wishful
adjective
immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
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"greedy for money and power"

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avaricious covetous grabby grasping prehensile acquisitive
adjective
wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume
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"don't be greedy with the cookies"

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gluttonous

Examples of greedy

"greedy for fame"
"greedy for money and power"
"don't be greedy with the cookies"