Synonyms for Greedy
Definition of greedy
- adjective
- immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth; "they are avaricious and will do anything for money"; "casting covetous eyes on his neighbor's fields"; "a grasping old miser"; "grasping commercialism"; "greedy for money and power"; "grew richer and greedier"; "prehensile employers stingy with raises for their employees"
- (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous; "avid for adventure"; "an avid ambition to succeed"; "fierce devouring affection"; "the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity"; "greedy for fame"
- wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume; "don't be greedy with the cookies"
11 synonyms found
Writing tips for "greedy"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like acquisitive, avaricious, avid can replace "greedy" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Greedy" in song lyrics
See how greedy is used in real songs:
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"Ain't no need for being greedy"
504 Boyz — Beefing -
"And that you realize that you were being greedy"
69 Boyz — I Need You '98 -
"Why am I always so greedy?"
Lily Allen — Cheryl Tweedy *