Greed Definition & Meaning

greed
noun
  1. excessive desire to acquire or possess more (especially more material wealth) than one needs or deserves
  2. reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins)

"Greed" in song lyrics

See how greed is used in real songs:

  • "How am I supposed to breathe in a world full of lust and greed"
    1200 Techniques — Karma
  • "I'm hungry, some might mistake it for greed"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Shawn Wigs — One on One
  • "All I see is greed"
    (504 Boyz f/) X-Con — Enemies

Words that rhyme with greed

Usage tips for "greed"

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