greed

Definitions

An intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food.

Excessive or rapacious desire, especially for material possessions.

Examples

His insatiable greed for power eventually led to his downfall.

The company's greed blinded them to the long-term consequences of their actions.

Synonyms

avarice cupidity rapacity gluttony acquisitiveness covetousness insatiability

Antonyms

generosity altruism selflessness benevolence charity magnanimity contentment