: a selfish and excessive desire for more of something (such as money) than is needed
motivated by naked ambition and greed
greed for money and power
Examples of greed in a Sentence
He was a ruthless businessman, motivated by naked ambition and greed.
don't let greed for riches control you
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Trump has opened our eyes to the consequences of extreme greed, corruption, cruelty, and utter disregard for the Constitution and the rule of law.
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Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 9 June 2026
But the 1993 prehistory-meets-futuristic technology thriller was already edging into darker territory as dazzling scientific innovation collided with corporate greed, hubris and industrial sabotage, and awe made way for fear.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
But perhaps greed choked on its own tail.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
With exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Holmes and her devoted followers, Out for Blood is a rich, compelling cautionary tale about the dangerous game of corporate greed and flawed bravado.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
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Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 9 June 2026
But the 1993 prehistory-meets-futuristic technology thriller was already edging into darker territory as dazzling scientific innovation collided with corporate greed, hubris and industrial sabotage, and awe made way for fear.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
But perhaps greed choked on its own tail.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
With exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Holmes and her devoted followers, Out for Blood is a rich, compelling cautionary tale about the dangerous game of corporate greed and flawed bravado.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for greed
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“Greed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greed. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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greed
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: selfish desire for food, money, or possessions over and above one's needs
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