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Avaricious

usgb/ˌævəˈrɪʃəs/Volume
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Negative Connotation

The term 'avaricious' has a strong negative tone and implies selfishness.

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His avaricious tendencies prevented him from donating to charity.
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Not Just Money

'Avaricious' can refer to greed for things other than money, like power or food.

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Her avaricious appetite for control made her a feared leader.
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Extreme Greed

'Avaricious' is used to describe an extreme and insatiable level of greed.

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The avaricious collector was obsessed with acquiring rare artifacts.
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