mammonish

/mæmˈnoʊnɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively concerned with acquiring wealth and material possessions.

“His mammonish desires drove him to take risks in the stock market.”

2. noun

one who is excessively concerned with acquiring wealth and material possessions.

“The businessman’s mammonish behavior was seen as a threat to the community.”

Synonyms

  • avaricious
  • materialistic

Antonyms

  • altruistic
  • philanthropic