CEFR A2

greedy

adjective

Meaning

Having or showing an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or power.

Examples

The greedy businessman tried to buy out all his competitors.
He was greedy for success and worked day and night.

Synonyms: covetous, avaricious, grasping, acquisitive

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greedy (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɡriːdi/

Definition

Having or showing an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or power.

Examples

The greedy businessman tried to buy out all his competitors.
He was greedy for success and worked day and night.
She accused the landlord of being greedy for rent money.

How to Use greedy

greedy for (prepositional phrase): Wanting something very much. — "The child was greedy for more toys."

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