Synonyms of greed

11 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for greed is avarice. Other synonyms of greed are greediness, cupidity, rapacity, rapaciousness and gluttony.

Synonyms and similar words for greed

avariceExcessive or inordinate desire of gain; greed for wealth.
covetousnessImmoderate desire for the possession of something, especially for wealth.
greedinessThe state of being greedy; greed.
rapacityThe quality of being rapacious; voracity.
gluttonyThe vice of eating to excess.
covetiseCovetousness; excessive desire for something, especially for acquiring wealth.
cupidityExtreme greed, especially for wealth.
Mammon
rapaciousnessThe state of being rapacious; extreme gluttony.
voracityThe state of being voracious; rapacity or extreme gluttony.
ravin archaic, literaryGluttony, greed, rapacity; also, the quality of being predatory; predatoriness.

noun A selfish or excessive desire for more than is needed or deserved, especially of money, wealth, food, or other possessions.
verb To desire in a greedy manner, or to act on such a desire.
verb To play greedily or aggressively in a high-risk, high-reward scenario.

What is another word for greed?: Greed has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as avarice, greediness, cupidity, rapacity, rapaciousness, gluttony, covetousness and voracity.
What is the opposite of greed?: The opposite of greed is charity.
What does greed mean?: Greed means a selfish or excessive desire for more than is needed or deserved, especially of money, wealth, food, or other possessions.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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