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greed

1 of 1noun
/ɡrid/
Forms:greeds
1

an intense and selfish desire for something such as power and wealth

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  • His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.
  • The company's executives were criticized for their greed in taking large bonuses while laying off employees.
  • Greed can blind people to the needs and struggles of others.
  • The story is a cautionary tale about the destructive effects of greed on relationships.
  • Overcoming greed requires cultivating a mindset of contentment and generosity.