greedily

• Advérbio que significa "de maneira gananciosa", descrevendo uma ação feita com desejo excessivo por comida, riqueza, poder ou bens. Costuma ter conotação negativa de egoísmo ou cobiça.

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.

   Gananciosamente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosavariciouslycovetouslygluttonouslyhungrilyinsatiablyravenouslyvoraciously

   Antônimosaltruisticallygenerouslyselflessly

2. With excessive eagernessB2formal

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

   Gananciosamente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosavariciouslycovetouslyhungrilyinsatiablyvoraciously

   Antônimosaltruisticallycharitablygenerouslyselflessly