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greedily

/ˈɡriː.dɪ.li/

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adverb

/ˈɡriː.dɪ.li/B2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «жадным образом», описывающее действие, совершаемое с чрезмерным желанием еды, богатства, власти или имущества. Часто имеет негативный оттенок эгоизма или алчности.

An adverb meaning "in a greedy manner," describing an action done with excessive desire for food, wealth, power, or possessions. It often carries a negative connotation of selfishness or avarice.

  1. In a greedy mannerB1formal

    In a way that shows excessive desire for food, wealth, or possessions.

    ruЖадно

    • He ate greedily, not leaving a single crumb on his plate.
    • The children grabbed the candies greedily from the bowl.
    • She looked greedily at the pile of money on the table.

    Synonymsavariciouslycovetouslygluttonouslyhungrilyinsatiablyravenouslyvoraciously

    Antonymsaltruisticallygenerouslyselflessly

  2. With excessive eagernessB2formal

    In a way that shows an intense and selfish desire for something.

    ruЖадно

    • He greedily accepted all the credit for the team's work.
    • The corporation greedily expanded its market share without regard for competitors.
    • She greedily collected every reward she could get.

    Synonymsavariciouslycovetouslyhungrilyinsatiablyvoraciously

    Antonymsaltruisticallycharitablygenerouslyselflessly

Forms
  • more greedily comparative form
  • most greedily superlative form
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