ˈvʌltərəs

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by the habits of a vulture, especially in feeding on carrion

“The vulturous birds descended upon the dead animal, fighting over its carcass.”

2. noun

one that is vulturous, especially in seeking to profit from another’s misfortune

“The vulturous investor took advantage of the company’s financial troubles to buy its assets cheaply.”