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greed

The correct spelling is greed.

How to pronounce greed

/ɡɹid/
noun

IPA: /ɡɹid/

Say it like: Gree-d

The correct spelling is greed. A selfish or excessive desire for more than is needed or deserved, especially of money, wealth, food, or other possessions. For example: "His greed was his undoing."

Usage Examples

His greed was his undoing.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A selfish or excessive desire for more than is needed or deserved, especially of money, wealth, food, or other possessions.

verb

  1. 1.To desire in a greedy manner, or to act on such a desire.

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