greedy

/ˈɡriːdi/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a strong desire to acquire or consume more than one needs or deserves

“He was known to be greedy with his time, always wanting more hours off.”

2. noun

a person who is excessively desirous of wealth or material gain

“The greedy businessman was accused of exploiting his employees for his own profit.”

Synonyms

  • avarant
  • avaricious
  • gluttonous
  • rapacious

Antonyms

  • frugal
  • miserly
  • parsimonious
  • thrifty