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Synonyms & Similar Words
avaricious
covetous
grasping
selfish
self-centered
egotistical
gluttonous
insatiable
rapacious
voracious
acquisitive
materialistic
mercenary
money-grabbing
opportunistic
plundering
predatory
ruthless
merciless
heartless
cruel
vicious
exploitative
usurious
extortionate
swindling
cheating
thieving
stealing
pillaging
looting
ravaging
Meaning of Greedy
having or showing an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or food
Definitions
- Having or showing an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or food
- * Willing to do whatever it takes to get what one wants, even if it harms others
Etymology of Greedy
The word "greedy" comes from the Old English word "grēdiġ", which is derived from "grēd", meaning "hunger" or "greed", and the suffix "-iġ", which forms an adjective
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe someone who is excessively desirous of wealth, food, or other material possessions
Example Uses
- The greedy billionaire used his wealth and influence to exploit the poor and vulnerable
- * The greedy child ate all the cookies in the jar, leaving none for his siblings
- * The company's greedy pursuit of profits led to the exploitation of its workers and the destruction of the environment
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
generous
charitable
altruistic
selfless
magnanimous
munificent
benevolent
kind
compassionate
empathetic
unselfish
noble
virtuous
principled
moral
ethical
honest
fair
just
equitable
moderate
temperate
restrained
frugal
thrifty
prudent