avarice

avarice is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] An excessive or inordinate desire of gain; greediness after wealth; covetousness; cupidity. To desire money for its own sake, and in order to hoard it up, is avarice. Beattie.

[2] An inordinate desire for some supposed good. All are taught an avarice of praise. Goldsmith.

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