greedily (B1)
adverb
Definition
greedily means in a greedy manner; with keen or ardent desire. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.
Examples
I gazed greedily on the gems in the shop window.
The lesson showed how to greedily in a natural sentence.
Check who or what will greedily before translating the verb.
How to Use greedily
- to greedily (verb pattern)
- Use the infinitive form when naming the action. — "The lesson showed when to greedily."
- greedily in context (usage pattern)
- Check the sentence to see who does the action. — "We studied how greedily works in context."
Synonyms of greedily
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