: 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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But this remains a polling no-brainer for lawmakers, who are tired of being seen as self-serving greed monsters.
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Philip Elliott, Time, 9 Mar. 2026
Many of the qualities required to be a phenomenal investor are present in AI, which can absorb endless data, recognize historical patterns, and operate entirely free of human greed, fear, or fads.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
That small cabal of handlers pulling the strings and feeding his ego, lust for revenge and greed are the real culprits who must be held accountable.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2026
Unlike similar shows that tackle worlds of money and power, such as Billions and Succession, Industry has made music its surprising heartbeat, using cultural references to emphasize overarching themes of greed, corruption, and relentless ambition.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2026
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Philip Elliott, Time, 9 Mar. 2026
Many of the qualities required to be a phenomenal investor are present in AI, which can absorb endless data, recognize historical patterns, and operate entirely free of human greed, fear, or fads.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
That small cabal of handlers pulling the strings and feeding his ego, lust for revenge and greed are the real culprits who must be held accountable.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2026
Unlike similar shows that tackle worlds of money and power, such as Billions and Succession, Industry has made music its surprising heartbeat, using cultural references to emphasize overarching themes of greed, corruption, and relentless ambition.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 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 Mar. 2026.
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: selfish desire for food, money, or possessions over and above one's needs
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