Greedier: meaning, definitions and examples

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greedier

 

[ ˈɡriːdier ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

desire for more

Greedier refers to having an excessive or insatiable desire for more than what one needs, often related to wealth or possessions. It indicates a strong yearning that goes beyond mere want or need. The term suggests a level of hunger or eagerness that can lead to unethical behavior. In social and economic contexts, greed can be associated with negative outcomes such as exploitation or corruption.

Synonyms

avaricious, covetous, gluttonous, insatiable, rapacious

Examples of usage

  • He became greedier after acquiring his first million.
  • She was always greedier than anyone else at the table.
  • The company's greedier practices ultimately led to its downfall.

Translations

Translations of the word "greedier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cobiçoso

🇮🇳 लालची

🇩🇪 gieriger

🇮🇩 lebih serakah

🇺🇦 жадібніший

🇵🇱 chciwszy

🇯🇵 より貪欲な

🇫🇷 plus avide

🇪🇸 más codicioso

🇹🇷 daha açgözlü

🇰🇷 더 탐욕스러운

🇸🇦 أكثر جشعًا

🇨🇿 více chamtivý

🇸🇰 viac chamtivý

🇨🇳 更贪婪的

🇸🇮 bolj požrešen

🇮🇸 gróðafullari

🇰🇿 одақтасқан

🇬🇪 მეტად მადა

🇦🇿 daha açgözlü

🇲🇽 más codicioso

Word origin

The word 'greedier' is the comparative form of 'greedy'. The root 'greedy' comes from the Old English 'gr ædīge', which means 'greedy, voracious'. The term has its origins in the Proto-Germanic word '*grōdaz', which is associated with 'to long for' or 'to desire'. Over time, the connotation of greed evolved to predominantly signify an excessive desire for wealth or power, often to the detriment of ethical considerations. From the Middle Ages onward, the term has been used in various literary and religious texts to denote a moral failing, particularly in the context of avarice and the pursuit of material wealth. The comparative form 'greedier' implies a comparative increase in this desire, highlighting the insatiable nature of such cravings in human behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,921, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.