covetousness

/ˌkɒvɪˈtɪsnəs/; /ˈkɒvɪtəsnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being excessively and inordinate in the desire to acquire wealth, possessions, or other things.

“The preacher’s sermon was about the dangers of covetousness and how it can corrupt even the strongest of wills.”

Synonyms

  • avarice
  • cupidity
  • greed

Antonyms

  • frugality
  • moderation