Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
greediest
Adjective
/ˈɡriːdi.ɪst/
Definition
Having an excessive desire for more than what one needs or deserves, especially in terms of wealth or food.
Examples
- He was the greediest person I had ever met, always wanting more than he could use.
- The greediest children often ended up with the least, as they were disliked by their peers.
- In a world full of opportunities, being the greediest seldom brings happiness.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who is extremely eager to acquire more than their fair share, often disregarding the needs of others.
Synonyms
- avaricious
- insatiable
- covetous
- gluttonous
- grasping
