avaricious
UK: ˌævəˈrɪʃəs | US: ˌævəˈrɪʃəs
adj. having or showing an extreme greed for wealth or material gain
avaricious = avar<greed> + icious<full of>
- avar (from Latin avarus "greedy")
- icious (adjective-forming suffix, from Latin -icius "pertaining to, full of")
Etymology Origin:
The word avaricious traces back to Latin avarus (greedy), combined with the suffix -icious to form an adjective meaning "full of greed." The root avar- reflects a deep-seated human tendency toward excessive desire for wealth, while -icious intensifies this trait. Over time, the word evolved in Middle English via Old French avaricieux, retaining its strong negative connotation of insatiable greed.
The avaricious banker hoarded his wealth while ignoring the poor.
Her avaricious nature led her to exploit her employees.
The king's avaricious policies drained the kingdom's resources.
Critics accused the corporation of avaricious profit-seeking.
His avaricious eyes gleamed at the sight of the treasure.