avarice
IPA: ˈævɝʌs
noun
- Excessive or inordinate desire of gain; greed for wealth
- Inordinate desire for some supposed good.
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Examples of "avarice" in Sentences
- His insatiable avarice for money drove him to commit numerous unethical acts
- The king's avarice knew no bounds, as he hoarded treasures while his people suffered in poverty
- Avarice blinded him to the needs of others, leading him to exploit those around him for personal gain
- The avarice of the corporation's executives led to widespread layoffs and cuts to employee benefits
- Greed and avarice were the downfall of the once wealthy businessman, as his empire crumbled under the weight of his excesses
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