greedy — Having an excessive desire for wealth, food, or other possessions; wanting more than one needs or deserves.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Having an excessive desire for wealth, food, or other possessions; wanting more than one needs or deserves.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡriːdi/
Korean meaning: 탐욕스러운, 욕심 많은
Korean pronunciation: 그리-디 (강세: 그리)
Example Sentences
- My cat becomes greedy whenever he sees the treat bag.
- Don't be greedy - save some pizza for your friends!
- The greedy dragon hoarded gold in his cave for centuries.
greedy
ADJECTIVE//ˈɡriːdi//
Having an excessive desire for wealth, food, or other possessions; wanting more than one needs or deserves.
Having an excessive desire for wealth, food, or other possessions; wanting more than one needs or deserves.
The greedy ignore the needy in places seedy!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'grǣdig' meaning 'hungry' or 'eager,' derived from 'grǣd' (greed, hunger). The meaning evolved from simple hunger to excessive desire for wealth or possessions.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cat becomes greedy whenever he sees the treat bag.”
“Don't be greedy - save some pizza for your friends!”
“The greedy dragon hoarded gold in his cave for centuries.”
“She felt greedy asking for a second helping of dessert.”
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