Meaning of the word avarice in English

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avarice

US /ˈæv.ɚ.ɪs/
UK /ˈæv.ər.ɪs/

Noun

extreme greed for wealth or material gain

Example:
His avarice led him to betray his own family.
The company's avarice for profit led to unethical practices.