Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

acquisitiveness

noun
/əˈkwɪzɪtɪv.nəs/
Definition
The desire to acquire and possess; a strong longing for material gain or wealth.
Examples
  • His acquisitiveness often led him to pursue material wealth at the expense of his relationships.
  • The acquisitiveness of the company was evident in their aggressive marketing strategies.
  • Despite her success, her acquisitiveness made her always feel dissatisfied with what she had.
Meaning
Acquisitiveness refers to a person’s eagerness to obtain and hold onto valuable possessions, often leading to an attitude of greed or insatiable desire for more.
Synonyms
  • greed
  • covetousness
  • avarice
  • materialism
  • insatiability