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GREED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Greed.

How to pronounce greed:

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Greed - as a noun

Excessive desire to acquire or possess more (especially more material wealth) than one needs or deserves

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
desire7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avarice12avaritiacovetousness17rapacity15

Greed - as a verb

To desire in a greedy manner, or to act on such a desire.

Example Sentences

"His greed for money led him to embezzle funds from the company."
"The CEO's greed for power and control knew no bounds."
"The politician's greed for votes influenced his every decision."
"The businessman's greed caused him to exploit his workers."
"She succumbed to greed and stole her friend's idea."
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Word Game Points

Is GREED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, greed is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GREED has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is GREED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, greed is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GREED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is GREED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, greed is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GREED has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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