Meaning of the word avaricious in English

What does avaricious mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

avaricious

US /ˌæv.əˈrɪʃ.əs/
UK /ˌæv.əˈrɪʃ.əs/

Adjective

1.

showing an extremely strong wish to get or keep money or possessions:

Example:
The idea is to shift the bad debts of the avaricious and the greedy onto the shoulders of middle-class people.
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