Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

piggish

adjective

/ˈpɪɡɪʃ/

Definition

Having the characteristics of a pig; greedy or selfish in behavior.

Examples

His piggish appetite at the buffet left little for others.
She had a piggish attitude, always taking more than her fair share.
The piggish manner in which he spoke about his wealth was off-putting to his friends.

Meaning

Piggish refers to the behavior of being greedy, gluttonous, or excessively indulgent, reminiscent of how pigs eat. It can also describe someone who is inconsiderate or self-centered.