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Rapacity

usgb/rəˈpæsəti/Volume
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Negative Connotation

Rapacity is usually negative, hinting at excessive, immoral pursuit of wealth.

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The rapacity of the corrupt official was notorious.
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Not Just Money

Rapacity can refer to insatiable desire for more than money, like power or resources.

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His rapacity for land knew no bounds.
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Emotional Impact

Use 'rapacity' to emphasize the emotional intensity of someone's greed.

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The CEO's rapacity ruined the lives of many employees.
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