adj.
Immoderately desirous of wealth or gain; greedy.
avariciously av'a·ri'cious·ly adv.
avariciousness av'a·ri'cious·ness n.
Dictionary:
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adjective
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Mr. Pennypacker's avaricious appetite couldn't be contained.
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth
Synonyms: covetous, grabby, grasping, greedy, prehensile
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