adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

covetous, greedy, avaricious

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Example Sentences

Example:They are covetous of their neighbor's new car, often wishing for similar means to acquire such a vehicle.

Definition:An eager desire for someone else's possessions; avaricious.

From covetous

Example:The greedy businessman tried to expand his empire at the expense of others by accepting bribes.

Definition:Desiring more than one needs or deserves, often to an unreasonable extent; avaricious, voracious.

From greedy

Example:John was accused of being avaricious when he attempted to take all the credit for the team's success, showing no regard for others' contributions.

Definition:Excessively desirous; eager for gain or possessions; greedy, covetous.

From avaricious