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avarice Definition and Meaning in English (avarice definition)

noun
Synonyms:greedcovetousnesscupidity
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Avarice definition: Avarice is an extreme and insatiable desire for wealth or material gain, often to the detriment of others.

Definitions of Avarice

  1. 1noun

    Avarice is an extreme and insatiable desire for wealth or material gain, often to the detriment of others.

Example Sentences

casual

“His avarice led him to exploit his employees.”

formal

“The king's avarice knew no bounds, always seeking more gold.”

Synonyms

greedcovetousnesscupidityrapacity

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adjectiveavaricious
adverbavariciously

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Avarice definition: Avarice is an extreme and insatiable desire for wealth or material gain, often to the detriment of others.
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