greedy

🇬🇧 UK/'gri:di/🇺🇸 US

IELTSTOEFLA2

Definitions

adj.

Having an excessive desire for food, money, or possessions; wanting more than one needs

贪婪的，贪得无厌的；贪吃的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English

greedyother

=greedy

Example Sentences

1.
His greedy behavior of taking more than his share caused conflict among family members.
2.
The greedy landowner refused to help the struggling farmers in the village.
3.
She watched in disgust as the greedy guests stuffed their pockets with free samples.

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